Smart Education is currently recruiting for an enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with a range of additional needs, including autism, ADHD, speech and language needs, and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) difficulties. This role is ideal for someone passionate about helping pupils overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.
About the Role
As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers and SENCOs to support pupils in a specialist school environment.
Job Responsibilities of a SEN Teaching Assistant
- Support pupils with a range of SEND, including autism, ADHD, SEMH, and speech and language needs
- Provide 1:1 and small-group support tailored to individual learning needs
- Work closely with teachers and SENCOs to implement personalised learning strategies
- Help pupils overcome barriers to learning and build confidence
- Create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
- Support safeguarding and behaviour management strategies within the classroom
What We Offer
- Weekly pay
- Free CPD training
- Holiday pay
- Dedicated consultant support to ensure you are satisfied with your placement
Requirements for a SEN Teaching Assistant
- Experience supporting pupils with SEN and/or additional learning needs
- Confidence supporting children on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
- Understanding of safeguarding and behaviour management strategies
- Level 2 or 3 in Supporting Teaching & Learning (or equivalent)
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service
Why Choose Smart Education?
Smart Education is a specialist Education and Early Years agency, recruiting for both permanent and temporary roles including Teachers, SEN Teaching Assistants, SEND staff, Nursery Nurses, and Tutors.
Whether you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant or looking for your next opportunity as a Teaching Assistant, Smart Education is committed to helping you find the right role and supporting you throughout your journey.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check.
It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children.
If you're passionate about supporting children with additional needs and want to take the next step in your career as a SEN Teaching Assistant, apply now with Smart Education.
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Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: £85.23-£95.45 per day
Experience:
Licence/Certification:
- level 2 TA - minimum (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
