SEN Teaching Assistant

Academics; Devizes; On-site; GBP 16,605 - 18,450; Full time

Job summary

Academics is seeking a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant for an immediate start in Devizes. This full-time role involves supporting children with Special Educational Needs, including autism and learning difficulties.

As part of your responsibilities, you will provide 1:1 support, assist with classroom learning, and help children develop essential social skills. The school offers a supportive environment, aiming to enhance students' confidence and independence.

Pay is between £90 and £100 per day, with hours from 8:30am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and dedicated individual passionate about working with children with SEN.
• Previous experience with children or vulnerable adults is beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support and small group interventions.
• Support students with autism, communication needs, and emotional regulation.
• Help manage behaviour using positive behaviour strategies.

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Immediate Start - Devizes

Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can make a difference?

A welcoming and inclusive specialist school is seeking a dedicated individual to join their team as a SEN Teaching Assistant. This is a full‑time, long‑term position.

As a SEN Teaching Assistant you will support children and young people aged 5‑16 with a range of additional needs including Autism, Moderate Learning Difficulties, Speech, Language and Communication Needs, challenging behaviour and physical disabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support and small group interventions.
• Support students with autism, communication needs, and emotional regulation.
• Help manage behaviour using positive behaviour strategies, de‑escalation techniques, and restorative approaches.
• Support pupils with classroom learning, daily routines, and sensory activities.
• Build positive relationships with students and staff.
• Help children develop social skills, confidence, independence and self‑esteem.

The school seeks a SEN Teaching Assistant who is compassionate, dedicated and passionate about working with SEN. Previous experience working with children or vulnerable adults would be beneficial but not essential.

Details

Starting ASAP.

Pay: £90 – £100 per day, PAYE.

Location: Devizes.

Full‑time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:30pm.

Apply today.