Sen Teaching Assistant

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant – TauntonFull-Time & Part-Time Roles Available | Teaching Personnel

Teaching Personnel are working in partnership with a number of supportive schools in the Taunton area to recruit dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants.

This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and making a meaningful difference in their day-to-day school experience.

The role:

• Supporting pupils with a range of SEN, including ASD, ADHD, and SEMH
• Working on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Assisting the class teacher in delivering tailored learning activities
• Helping to manage behaviour and promote positive engagement
• Supporting pupils’ social, emotional, and academic development

The ideal candidate will:

• Have experience working with children or young people with SEN (desirable but not essential)
• Be patient, resilient, and empathetic
• Have strong communication and teamwork skills
• Be confident in building positive relationships with pupils and staff

What Teaching Personnel can offer:

• Competitive daily pay, paid weekly
• Flexible working to suit your lifestyle
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent placements
• Access to CPD and specialist SEN training
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

If you’re looking for a rewarding role where you can truly make an impact, 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.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.For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Taunton

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

Between £95.00 and £110.00 Per Hour

Published at

08-05-2026

Profession type

Training

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English