Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant – Special Educational Needs
Full-Time Position

Are you a patient, resilient, and nurturing individual passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with additional needs?

We are seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to work with students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) who have found mainstream settings challenging. This role involves supporting a small, mixed-age group of students from two sites who have been brought together to create a more settled environment. The students have Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and require the right educator to build strong, trusting relationships to help them thrive.

The ideal candidate will:

• Be patient, empathetic, and resilient.
• Have experience supporting children with SEN and SEMH needs.
• Be committed to fostering a safe and comfortable learning environment.
• Possess strong relationship-building skills to engage students effectively.

A background in Psychology is highly desirable, as it can provide valuable insights and approaches to understanding and supporting the students’ unique needs.

This is a full-time role, offering a rewarding opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of students who need the right guidance and encouragement to reach their potential.

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.
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