Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Bridgwater, Somerset
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-time, Term-time Only
Make a difference this September - support pupils with special educational needs in Bridgwater!
Teaching Personnel is currently recruiting for a passionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive and inclusive school in Bridgwater from September 2025. This is a rewarding opportunity to support children with a range of special educational needs, including autism, speech and language difficulties, and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.
* Provide 1:1 or small group support for pupils with SEN, ensuring they feel safe, supported, and engaged in learning.
* Work closely with teachers and SENCOs to implement EHCP targets and personalised strategies.
* Help pupils develop social and emotional skills alongside academic progress.
* Adapt classroom materials and provide differentiated support where needed.
* Monitor progress and contribute to regular feedback and reviews.
* Experience working with children or young people with additional needs is highly desirable.
* A calm, empathetic, and resilient approach to behaviour and learning support.
* A genuine passion for supporting pupils with diverse needs.
* Strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
* An enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one.
* Competitive weekly pay via PAYE.
* Access to free training and professional development (including Team Teach, Autism Awareness, and more).
* A dedicated consultant who understands your goals and preferences.
* Opportunities to secure long-term or permanent roles.
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.
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