Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs?

Teaching Personnel is currently recruiting SEN and SEMH Teaching Assistants for full-time roles starting in September across a range of specialist primary and secondary schools.

We are seeking dedicated individuals who want to make a real difference in the lives of young people with additional needs, including autism (ASC), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and social, emotional, and mental health needs (SEMH).

Key Responsibilities:

Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEN and/or SEMH

Assist with managing behaviour and supporting emotional regulation

Support the class teacher with lesson delivery and classroom management

Help pupils engage with their learning in a safe and inclusive environment

Follow individual education plans (IEPs) and behaviour strategies

You must be:

Available full-time (Monday to Friday, term time) from September

Patient, calm, and resilient - able to build positive relationships

Passionate about working with children with additional needs

Willing to work across primary and/or secondary SEN/SEMH settings

Comfortable supporting personal care and sensory needs if required

Ideal but not essential:

Experience working in SEN or SEMH settings

Team Teach, MAPA, or similar de-escalation training

Knowledge of autism, trauma-informed approaches, or emotional support work

A relevant TA qualification or psychology/education background

What we offer:

Competitive daily rates of pay, paid weekly

Ongoing support from your dedicated consultant

Access to CPD and accredited training courses

Opportunities to go permanent with the school

A chance to truly make a difference every day

To apply - Please send your updated CV 

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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