SEND Teaching Assistant (Full-Time, Permanent)

Location: St Austell, Cornwall
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Full-time Salary: £24,926 | Actual Salary: £19,232.24

Are you a self-motivated, caring, and dedicated individual looking to make a real difference in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs? We are seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant to join our supportive and nurturing specialist school in St Austell.

About the Role

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and complex behaviours. You will work closely with teachers and other support staff to ensure that every child receives tailored support to meet their educational, emotional, and physical needs.

Your role will involve:

Providing 1:1 support and small group assistance to pupils with SEND.

Helping pupils engage in learning and develop essential life skills.

Supporting pupils with their emotional well-being and behaviour management.

Assisting with personal care and physical support, where necessary.

Working as part of a collaborative and dedicated team.

Who We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate will be:
✔Compassionate, patient, and committed to supporting children with SEND.
✔ Experienced in working with pupils with ASD or complex behaviours (desirable).
✔Proactive and adaptable, with a positive approach to learning support.
✔ Able to build strong relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
✔A great team player, willing to learn and grow within a specialist setting.

What We Offer

⭐ A supportive and inclusive school environment.
⭐ Opportunities for professional development and training.
⭐ The chance to make a real impact in the lives of young people.
⭐ A rewarding role within a specialist school setting.

If you are passionate about making a difference and believe you have the skills to support pupils with SEND, we would love to hear from you!

Apply now to join our dedicated team and help shape brighter futures.

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.
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