SEN Teaching Assistant

Mana Education; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE payroll

Flexible work to suit lifestyle

Free CPD and career support

Job summary

Mana Education is seeking SEN Teaching Assistants to support pupils in Peterborough and surrounding areas across specialist SEND schools and mainstream settings.

Ideal candidates include experienced TAs or LSAs, but roles are also suitable for those starting a rewarding career in education. We offer day-to-day supply, long-term placements and permanent opportunities with flexible work options.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people in UK schools.
• Calm, patient and adaptable approach in challenging settings.
• Excellent communication skills with pupils, parents and staff.
• Qualifications as a Teaching Assistant are welcomed but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils 1:1 with learning tasks and objectives.
• Work with small intervention groups to reinforce learning.
• Assist classroom learning and behaviour management strategies.
• Support communication, emotional regulation and independence.

Skills

1:1 Support

Small group intervention

Behaviour support

Communication skills

Emotional regulation

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification (not required)

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistants / Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) - Peterborough & Surrounding Areas

Specialist SEND Schools | Supply & Permanent Opportunities

Excellent Rates of Pay

Day-to-Day | Long-Term | Part-Time | Full-Time | Temp-to-Perm | Permanent

Peterborough, Yaxley, Whittlesey, Eye, Stanground, Hampton, Market Deeping, Sawtry, Oundle and surrounding areas

Make a difference every day

Mana Education is recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants and Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) to support pupils across specialist SEND schools and mainstream schools with additional needs.

Whether you're an experienced TA, LSA, Support Worker, Care Worker, Youth Worker, Sports Coach or looking to begin a rewarding career in education, we'd love to hear from you.

Every day gives you the opportunity to build confidence, encourage independence and positively change a young person's future.

Opportunities Include

• SEN Teaching Assistant
• Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
• SEND Teaching Assistant
• SEMH Teaching Assistant
• Autism Support Assistant
• Behaviour Support Assistant
• 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant
• Primary & Secondary SEN Support Roles

Experience We Value

• Autism (ASC)
• SEMH
• ADHD
• Speech & Language Needs
• Challenging Behaviour
• MLD, SLD & PMLD
• Emotional Regulation
• Complex Needs

We also welcome applicants from:

• Care & Residential Support
• Youth Work
• Sports Coaching
• Nursery & Early Years
• Mental Health Support
• Healthcare
• Ex-forces

Your Role

• Supporting pupils 1:1
• Working with small intervention groups
• Assisting classroom learning
• Supporting communication, emotional regulation and independence

Assignments include day-to-day supply, long-term placements and permanent opportunities across a variety of SEND settings.

Who We're Looking For

This role is ideal for:

• SEN Teaching Assistants
• Learning Support Assistants
• Teaching Assistants
• Care & Support Workers
• Sports Coaches
• Youth Workers
• Healthcare Assistants
• Anyone passionate about supporting children with additional needs

You'll need

• Relevant experience supporting children or young people OR relevant experience in UK schools
• A calm, patient and adaptable approach
• Excellent communication skills
• A genuine passion for helping children achieve their potential

Teaching Assistant qualifications are welcomed but not essential for every vacancy.

Why Choose Mana Education

• Excellent rates of pay
• Weekly PAYE payroll
• Flexible work to suit your lifestyle
• Day-to-day, long-term and permanent opportunities
• Friendly consultants who genuinely care about your career
• We'll match you with schools that suit your experience and career goals
• Free CPD and advice for candidates considering teacher training
• Join hundreds of education professionals already working with Mana Education
• Trusted education recruitment specialists supporting schools for over 15 years
• REC Audited Education Recruitment Agency
• We never send your CV anywhere without your approval

Career Progression

• HLTA
• Behaviour Mentor
• Learning Mentor
• Teacher Training
• Permanent school roles

We're here to help you build a rewarding career in education.

Safeguarding

All appointments are subject to Enhanced DBS checks, references and safeguarding checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).

Equal Opportunities

Mana Education welcomes applications from all backgrounds and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone.

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