Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant

2 months ago


Blandford Forum, United Kingdom Teaching Personnel Full time

Join Our Team as a Special Educational Needs (SEN) Primary Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children with special educational needs? Do you have a caring, patient nature and a desire to help every child achieve their full potential? We want to hear from you

Position: SEN Primary Teaching Assistant
Location: Blandford Forum
Start Date: After October half term

About the Role: As a market-leading education recruitment agency, Teaching Personnel is seeking dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants to support pupils in primary schools. You'll be working closely with teachers, SEN coordinators, and support staff to provide one-on-one or group assistance to children with additional needs, helping them thrive academically and socially.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support children with a range of SEN, including autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, and emotional or behavioral challenges.
  • Assist with classroom activities, ensuring children are engaged and making progress.
  • Build strong relationships with pupils, offering emotional and academic support.
  • Adapt resources and teaching methods to meet individual learning needs.
  • Collaborate with teachers and parents to monitor progress and implement strategies.
  • Promote a positive and inclusive environment for all students.

What We’re Looking For:

  • Experience working with children, ideally in an SEN or educational setting.
  • A patient, empathetic, and flexible approach to working with children.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • A proactive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team.
  • Relevant qualifications (desirable but not essential) or a passion for working with SEN children.

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

  • Competitive pay and flexible working hours.
  • Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
  • Supportive and friendly consultants who are dedicated to finding you the perfect role.
  • Access to a range of exclusive job opportunities in leading schools.

If you’re ready to make a positive impact in the lives of children with special needs, apply today to join our dedicated team

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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