Job Title: Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant Location: Bedford, UK Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience) Contract Type: Full-Time / Part-Time Start Date: September 2025 About the Role: Teaching Personnel are working with a reputable school in Bedford to find a dedicated and empathetic SEN Teaching Assistant. You will support students with a range of special educational needs, helping them access the curriculum and develop vital academic and social skills. Your role will involve one-to-one and small group support, implementing tailored learning plans, and collaborating with teachers to ensure student success. Key Responsibilities: Provide direct support to students with SEN, including autism, ADHD, and other learning difficulties. Help adapt resources and create a supportive learning environment. Assist with students’ personal care needs and promote positive behaviour (if required). Work closely with teachers and the SENCo to monitor progress. About You: Experience working with children, preferably with SEN. Understanding of various SEN needs and how to support them effectively. Strong communication skills and a team player. Relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 2/3 TA qualification) are a plus. Why Teaching Personnel? Teaching Personnel offers competitive pay, ongoing support, and the opportunity to work in a rewarding educational environment. Join us to make a difference in children’s lives while developing your career in education. How to Apply: Send your CV to Charlie today, at Teaching Personnel Northampton! Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and an enhanced DBS check will be required. 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.