Sen teaching assistant

The Opportunity We are seeking a resilient and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist PRU setting in Chard, supporting Key Stage 4 pupils. This is a full-time role with an immediate start, offering the chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people who require additional support to re-engage with education. This specialist provision supports secondary-aged pupils who have experienced barriers to mainstream education, including SEMH needs, trauma, and behavioural challenges. The setting is known for its strong pastoral approach, focusing on building trust, promoting emotional wellbeing, and helping students develop the skills needed to move forward positively. Staff work closely together to provide consistency, structure, and encouragement. Pay Rate - £14.50 per hour The Role Support pupils on a 1:1 and small group basis within the classroom Assist with learning activities tailored to individual needs Support behaviour management and emotional regulation Build positive relationships and act as a consistent role model Help create a safe, structured, and engaging learning environment Requirements Minimum 6 months’ childcare experience Experience supporting children with SEN, particularly SEMH, is highly desirable Calm, patient, and resilient approach Strong communication and teamwork skills Why Join Teaching Personnel? Competitive weekly pay Access to CPD and SEN-focused training Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles If you are passionate about supporting young people with additional needs and are looking for a rewarding role in a specialist setting, we would love to hear from you. 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.