SEN Teaching Assistant

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SEN Teaching Assistant – September Start

Plymouth
Monday – Friday | 8:30am – 3:30pm | Term Time Only

Teaching Personnel are recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants to support a number of schools across Plymouth from September. Opportunities are available within both SEN and mainstream settings, with schools already planning additional support for the new academic year.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about working with children and looking for a rewarding, full-time role within education.

The Role:

Supporting pupils on a 1:1 or small group basis
Working alongside teachers and SEN staff to support learning and behaviour
Helping pupils stay engaged, regulated, and confident in school
Supporting children with a range of additional needs including ASD, SEMH, and communication needs
Building positive relationships with pupils and staff

Requirements:

Experience working with children or young people is essential
Confident supporting behaviour and additional needs
Reliable, patient, and adaptable
Available Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm
Passionate about making a difference in education
We have a range of roles available, including opportunities for trial days and longer-term placements to help find the right school fit for you.

Apply now to secure a role ready for September.

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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