SEN Teaching Assistant

Senploy; Exeter; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Senploy in Exeter is seeking a Specialist SEN Support Assistant to help children and young people with additional needs access learning and develop confidence, independence, and life skills. You will work with teachers to deliver accessible lessons, support social and emotional growth, and reinforce positive routines in a supportive classroom setting.

The role focuses on tailored student support, collaboration with staff, personal care when needed, and ongoing development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Have experience working with children, young people, or adults with additional needs.
• Demonstrate patience, empathy, and a positive attitude.
• Be adaptable and confident supporting a variety of learning and behavioural needs.
• Have strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Be comfortable supporting students with personal care when required.
• Hold a full UK driving licence and have access to their own vehicle.
• Hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or be willing to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to students with a range of additional needs.
• Work closely with teaching staff to deliver engaging and accessible learning experiences.
• Support pupils with their academic, social, and emotional development.
• Encourage positive communication and relationship-building skills.
• Assist students in managing routines, transitions, and daily activities.
• Promote independence and celebrate individual achievements.
• Help create a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment.
• Support with behaviour management strategies where appropriate.
• Contribute to student progress by providing regular feedback to the wider team.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Communication skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Driving licence

DBS checks

Job description

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs? A specialist education provision in Exeter is looking for a motivated and caring Specialist SEN Support Assistant to join their dedicated team.

This is an excellent opportunity to work within a nurturing educational environment where every student is encouraged to develop their confidence, independence, and life skills. You will provide essential support to pupils with a variety of needs, ensuring they can access learning and achieve positive outcomes both inside and outside the classroom.

As a Specialist SEN Support Assistant, you will:

• Provide tailored support to students with a range of additional needs, including Autism, ADHD, SEMH needs, and learning difficulties
• Work closely with teaching staff to deliver engaging and accessible learning experiences
• Support pupils with their academic, social, and emotional development
• Encourage positive communication and relationship-building skills
• Assist students in managing routines, transitions, and daily activities
• Promote independence and celebrate individual achievements
• Help create a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment
• Support with behaviour management strategies where appropriate
• Contribute to student progress by providing regular feedback to the wider team

Every day brings new opportunities to support students in overcoming challenges and achieving success in a way that is meaningful to them.

The successful candidate will:

• Have experience working with children, young people, or adults with additional needs
• Demonstrate patience, empathy, and a positive attitude
• Be adaptable and confident supporting a variety of learning and behavioural needs
• Have strong communication and teamwork skills
• Be comfortable supporting students with personal care when required
• Hold a full UK driving licence and have access to their own vehicle
• Hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or be willing to obtain one
• Competitive daily and hourly pay rates
• Opportunity to gain valuable SEN and specialist education experience
• Supportive and welcoming working environment
• Access to ongoing training and development opportunities
• Potential for long-term and permanent positions
• A rewarding career where you can make a genuine difference every day

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, reference checks, and safeguarding procedures in line with current legislation.

If you're looking for a rewarding role where your support can have a lasting impact on young people's lives, we'd love to hear from you.