Help Shape Brighter Futures Every young person deserves the opportunity to thrive, regardless of the challenges they face. We are seeking an enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist educational setting in Yeovil, supporting pupils with additional learning needs to achieve success both inside and outside the classroom. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys building positive relationships, celebrating small victories and helping learners gain the confidence and skills needed to reach their full potential. About the Opportunity Working as part of a dedicated team, you will support pupils with a range of special educational needs, helping them engage with learning, develop social skills and build independence. • Providing one-to-one and small group support • Assisting with classroom activities and learning programmes • Encouraging positive engagement and participation • Supporting communication and interaction skills • Promoting emotional wellbeing and resilience • Helping pupils access the curriculum • Recording progress and contributing to pupil reviews • Maintaining a safe and nurturing learning environment What We're Looking For • Previous experience working with children or young people • SEN, care, youth work or support work experience • Strong communication and relationship-building skills • A patient and encouraging nature • A positive attitude towards inclusion • The ability to remain calm and adaptable Why Choose Teaching Personnel? • Competitive weekly pay through PAYE • Free access to specialist SEN training • Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement • Opportunities for permanent employment • Pension scheme • Flexible career development pathways • Access to a wide range of educational settings • Simple digital timesheet system Apply Today If you are passionate about supporting young people and would like to make a genuine difference every day, we would love to hear from you. Apply now with your CV or call Teaching Personnel on and ask for Himaya for further information about this exciting opportunity. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.