Sen Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist educational setting in the Yeovil area on a full-time basis from September 2026, with the opportunity for an earlier start for the right candidate.

This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and knowledgeable individual who has previous experience supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs.

We are looking for someone who can confidently hit the ground running, quickly establish positive relationships, and become an integral part of a highly supportive team.

Every day offers the chance to have a lasting impact by helping pupils overcome barriers to learning, develop confidence, and achieve meaningful progress in a nurturing specialist environment.

Working closely alongside teachers and other education professionals, you will provide tailored support that enables pupils to access learning, develop independence, and achieve their individual outcomes.

• Delivering high-quality one-to-one and small-group support.
• Assisting with differentiated learning activities across the curriculum.
• Supporting pupils with a range of additional learning needs, including communication, social, emotional and sensory differences.
• Promoting positive behaviour through consistent and encouraging strategies.
• Helping pupils develop independence, confidence and resilience.
• Preparing classroom resources and adapting learning materials where required.
• Recording observations and contributing towards pupil progress.
• Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists and wider professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes.
• Maintaining a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment.

• Previous experience working within an SEN or specialist education setting.
• The confidence to step straight into the role with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A patient, proactive and resilient approach.
• The ability to build strong, professional relationships with pupils and colleagues.
• A genuine passion for supporting children and young people with additional needs.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing.

• Competitive weekly PAYE pay with no umbrella deductions.
• A dedicated consultant providing ongoing support throughout your placement.
• Access to exclusive long-term and permanent vacancies.
• Free and discounted CPD training to enhance your professional development.
• Pension contributions.
• Opportunities for career progression within specialist education.
• A simple registration process with expert guidance from start to finish.
• The security of working with the UK's leading education recruitment agency.

If you're an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant ready for a rewarding new challenge from September 2026, with the potential to start earlier, we'd love to hear from you.

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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