Outdoor Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Tiverton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An education provider in Tiverton is seeking an Outdoor SEN Learning Support Assistant. The role involves providing 1:1 support to students with special educational needs during outdoor activities to foster their learning and well-being. You will assist in planning and adapting activities, ensuring safety, and monitoring progress. Ideal candidates will have experience with SEN or a passion for outdoor education. Competitive pay and training opportunities are provided.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Free & subsidized training opportunities

Dedicated consultant support

Weekly pay via BACS

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEN preferred but not essential.
• Ability to adapt support to individual learning needs.
• Passion for a supportive outdoor educational environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to students with SEN during outdoor activities.
• Assist in planning and adapting activities to individual needs.
• Monitor and record student progress and communicate with stakeholders.
• Ensure safety and well-being during outdoor sessions.

Skills

Experience supporting children with SEN

Understanding of different learning needs

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Passion for outdoor education

Education

Relevant qualifications or willingness to undergo training

Job description

Outdoor SEN Learning Support Assistant – Tiverton, Devon

Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) in a dynamic and enriching outdoor environment? Teaching Personnel’s partner school in Tiverton is seeking a dedicated Outdoor SEN Learning Support Assistant to join their team.

Job Details

• Start Date: ASAP
• Contract Type: Full-Time, Temporary to Permanent
• Hours: 9:00 am – 4:30 pm (Monday to Friday)
• Pay: £100– £110 per day (DOE)

About our Partner School

Teaching Personnel’s partner school in Tiverton provides an alternative, nature-based education for students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Through hands‑on outdoor learning, students develop confidence, resilience, and essential life skills in a supportive, therapeutic environment. The school focuses on emotional well‑being and practical skill‑building to help students gain independence and prepare for future opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to students with SEN during outdoor activities
• Assist in planning and adapting activities to individual needs
• Foster positive relationships with students, families, and staff
• Monitor and record student progress, communicating with key stakeholders
• Ensure safety and well‑being during all outdoor sessions

What We're Looking For

• Experience supporting children with SEN (preferred but not essential)
• Understanding of different learning needs and ability to adapt support
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Passion for outdoor education and inclusion
• Relevant qualifications or willingness to undergo training

Why Choose Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive pay & clear career progression
• Free & subsidized training opportunities
• Dedicated consultant support
• Weekly pay via BACS – no umbrella deductions!

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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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