SEN(D) Teaching Assistant
19 Days Old
Join a School That Truly Makes a Difference – SEN Teaching Assistant (Somerset)
Somerset | £13.75/hour | Start Date: ASAP
Are you someone who thrives when helping others? Do you have a natural ability to connect with children who need extra support? If so, we have a fantastic opportunity for you to join a nurturing SEN/PRU Primary School in Somerset as a Teaching Assistant.
What You’ll Be Doing:
You’ll be supporting children aged 4–19 years old with a variety of special educational needs and behavioural challenges. These pupils may have conditions such as ADHD, ASD, SEMH, and speech and language difficulties. Your role will be to help them feel safe, understood, and empowered to learn.
Your Day-to-Day Might Include:
- Working 1:1 with pupils to build trust and engagement
- Supporting classroom activities and adapting materials to suit individual needs
- Helping pupils regulate emotions and behaviour
- Collaborating with teachers and therapists to create personalised learning plans
- Encouraging positive social interactions and communication
Who We’re Looking For:
- Experience with SEMH or mental health support (formal or informal)
- A calm, caring, and resilient personality
- Good understanding of behaviour support strategies
- Willingness to learn and grow professionally
Why You’ll Love Working With Us:
- Flexible working options available
- Term-time only schedule
- Access to free SEN training courses to boost your skills
- Holiday pay included (12.07%)
- Supportive team and ongoing career development
Teaching Personnel is here to help you find a role where you can truly make a difference. Apply today and start your journey in Somerset!
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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- Location:
- Somerset
- Job Type:
- FullTime
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