Sen Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive Ltd; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting a SEND Teaching Assistant to support students with special needs in Nottingham. The role is part-time, on-site, and contract-based, with day-to-day placements and potential long-term opportunities.

You will work one-to-one and in small groups, help with tailored activities, and collaborate with teachers to create nurturing learning environments. A patient, adaptable, and confident approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND.
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
• Patient, resilient and flexible approach.
• Experience within an education, SEND, or care setting.

Responsibilities

• Support students on a one-to-one and small group basis.
• Assist with tailored learning activities.
• Work closely with teachers and support staff to promote engagement.
• Proactive attitude towards supporting learning and development.

Skills

SEND experience

Communication

Behaviour management

Relationship building

Patience

Resilience

Flexibility

Job description

Sen Teaching Assistant

Company: TeacherActive Ltd Salary: £95 to £120 a day Hours: Part-time Location: NG1 Working pattern: On-site Job type: Contract Posting date: 13 Oct 2026 Closing date: 12 Nov 2026

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a number of specialist SEND provisions across Nottingham that support students with a wide range of additional needs. These settings provide structured, nurturing environments where students are encouraged to develop confidence, independence, and positive relationships alongside their academic learning.

We are looking to recruit a SEND Teaching Assistant on a day-to-day basis from September, with long-term opportunities available for the right SEND Teaching Assistant. The successful SEND Teaching Assistant will support students on a one-to-one and small group basis, assist with tailored learning activities, and work closely with teachers and support staff to promote positive engagement. This SEND Teaching Assistant role is suited to someone who is patient, adaptable, and confident working within specialist educational environments.

The successful SEND Teaching Assistant will have:

Experience supporting children or young people with SEND

Strong communication and behaviour management skills

The ability to build positive relationships with students and staff

A patient, resilient, and flexible approach

Experience within an education, SEND, or care setting

A proactive attitude towards supporting learning and development

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process

Guaranteed Payment Scheme

Terms and Conditions apply

CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel

Market leading rates of pay

TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend

Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

EMAIL:

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CONTACT NUMBER: 0115 824 1888

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.

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