Teaching Assistant – Specialist SEN School (Ages 7–16)
Location: Dibden
Pay Rate: £13.75 per hour
Contract: Term Time Only
We are seeking a compassionate, reliable, and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Dibden that supports pupils aged 7–16. This school caters to young people with a range of complex social, emotional, and mental health needs, often arising from:
* Childhood trauma
* Autistic Spectrum Conditions (ASC)
* Attachment difficulties
* School-based anxiety or phobia of education
About the Role
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting students both academically and emotionally, helping them re-engage with learning in a safe, structured, and nurturing environment. Your responsibilities will include:
* Supporting the delivery of tailored education plans under the guidance of teaching and therapeutic staff
* Working one-to-one or in small groups to help pupils access the curriculum at their own pace
* Promoting positive behaviour, emotional regulation, and social development
* Assisting pupils with personal care or sensory needs, where appropriate
* Helping to maintain a calm, consistent classroom environment
* Building trusting, supportive relationships with pupils who may present with challenging behaviours
This is a highly rewarding position that requires patience, empathy, and resilience. You will be a consistent, encouraging presence in the lives of students who may have experienced significant disruptions to their education.
Candidate Requirements:
* Previous experience in an SEN, care, or trauma-informed setting is desirable, though not essential
* A calm, supportive and proactive attitude
* A genuine passion for working with young people with additional needs
* Ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team
Why Apply Through Teaching Personnel?
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✅ A dedicated personal consultant with SEN expertise
✅ Access to a wide range of roles, including exclusive vacancies not advertised elsewhere
✅ Ongoing CPD and training opportunities to support your development
✅ Weekly pay
✅ Flexibility to suit your lifestyle and commitments
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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.
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