Sen Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant Are you a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next role in education? Teach is recruiting dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants to support pupils with additional needs…

Pay rate £14.25 – £16.82/hour
Job type Temporary
Posted 20 August 2026

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SEN Teaching Assistant

Are you a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next role in education?

Teach is recruiting dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants to support pupils with additional needs across a range of mainstream schools and specialist settings.

We have a variety of opportunities available, including day-to-day supply, short-term, long-term and permanent roles. Whether you're looking for flexibility or a more consistent placement, we'll work with you to find a position that suits your skills, experience and availability.

Working Hours

* Monday to Friday

* Typical school hours: 8:15am – 3:30pm (hours may vary depending on the school)

What You'll Be Doing

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you may be responsible for:

* Supporting pupils on a one-to-one basis or in small groups

* Assisting children with a range of additional needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH, speech and language needs, and learning difficulties

* Encouraging pupils to engage with learning and achieve their individual goals

* Working alongside teachers to deliver tailored learning activities

* Promoting positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing

* Supporting pupils in line with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), where appropriate

* Helping to create a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment

* Following all school safeguarding and behaviour policies

What We're Looking For

To be successful, you'll have:

* Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND in a school, care or similar setting

* A calm, patient and caring approach

* Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

* Confidence working as part of a team

* A flexible and proactive attitude

* A genuine commitment to helping every child reach their potential

Desirable but not essential:

* Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

* Experience supporting pupils with Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH or other additional needs

* Knowledge of safeguarding and behaviour management strategies

What Teach Offers

* Competitive rates of pay

* Flexible working to fit around your lifestyle

* Full-time and part-time opportunities

* Day-to-day, short-term, long-term and permanent positions

* Opportunities within mainstream schools and specialist provisions

* Ongoing support from a dedicated education recruitment consultant

Salary

Competitive rates of pay, dependent on experience, qualifications and the requirements of each role.

Safeguarding

Teach is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS, reference, right-to-work and safeguarding checks in line with safer recruitment guidelines.

Apply Today

If you're an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant or have relevant experience supporting children with additional needs, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and one of our friendly consultants will be in touch to discuss the opportunities available and help you find the right role

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