SEN Teaching Assistant

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

Job summary

A recruitment agency for educational roles in Great Yarmouth is looking for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to provide support for pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs. The role includes working with students on an individual basis and building strong relationships with staff. The ideal candidate will possess a Full UK driving license and an Enhanced DBS check. Immediate start available for suitable candidates. Excellent training opportunities are provided as well.

Benefits

Excellent training opportunities

Supportive working environment

Temp-to-perm pathway

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children with SEMH needs (1:1 or group work).
• Willingness to obtain Enhanced DBS if not already on Update Service.
• An up-to-date CV clearly outlining your experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEMH needs.
• Help students regulate emotions and engage with learning.
• Work closely with teachers to support individual learning plans.
• Be a consistent, calm, and positive presence.

Skills

Calm, resilient, patient, proactive

Building strong, professional relationships

Supporting children with SEMH needs

Education

Enhanced DBS on the Update Service

Full UK driving licence

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistants Wanted – Great Yarmouth!

Experienced, Motivated & Ready to Make an Immediate Impact

Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a full-time role where you can truly make a difference? As we move into 2026, we are seeking committed, resilient, and passionate SEN TAs to join our growing all-boys SEMH school team.

Our school has gone from strength to strength over the past three years and continues to expand. We offer a supportive working environment, excellent training opportunities, and a strong temp-to-perm pathway for the right candidates. Staff wellbeing is at the heart of what we do, because when our team thrives, our students do too.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs
• Help students regulate emotions, engage with learning, and build confidence
• Work closely with teachers and pastoral staff to support individual learning and behaviour plans
• Be a consistent, calm, and positive presence throughout the school day

We’re Looking For Someone Who:

• Has previous experience supporting children with SEMH needs (1:1 or group work)
• Is calm, resilient, patient, and proactive
• Is flexible and committed to working full time
• Has a genuine passion for supporting young people with additional needs
• Can build strong, professional relationships with pupils and staff

Essential Requirements

• Full UK driving licence
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (ideally) or willingness to obtain one
• Overseas Police Check (OCC) if applicable
• An up-to-date CV clearly outlining your experience working with children, ideally within SEMH settings

Start Date

• Immediate start available for suitable candidates

If you’re ready to step into 2026 with a rewarding role that genuinely changes lives, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now with your updated CV and take the next step in your SEN career.

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.
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