SEN Teaching Assistant

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

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a passionate Secondary SEN Teaching Assistant in the United Kingdom to support students in secondary schools. This full-time temporary role involves assisting teachers, managing classroom behaviour, and creating an inclusive environment. The ideal candidate has experience working with young people, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to safeguarding. A competitive pay rate of £90–£105 per day is offered, along with ongoing support and training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay rates

Ongoing support from a consultant

Access to training and CPD opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a school setting is desirable.
• Must have a proactive approach to supporting students.
• Understanding safeguarding and child protection procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering engaging lessons.
• Work with individuals and small groups for learning support.
• Assist with classroom management and behaviour.
• Create a positive learning environment.
• Support pupils with additional needs.

Skills

Experience working with children or young people

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Positive and patient approach

Understanding of safeguarding

Job description

Secondary SEN Teaching Assistant – Full-Time (Temporary)

Pay: £90–£105 per day (dependent on experience)

Teaching Personnel is seeking a supportive and enthusiastic Secondary Teaching Assistant to work in one of our partner secondary schools on a full-time, temporary basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting young people and making a real difference in the classroom

The Role:

• Support teachers in delivering engaging lessons across the secondary curriculum
• Work with individuals and small groups to support learning and progress
• Assist with classroom management and behaviour support
• Help create a positive, inclusive learning environment
• Support pupils with additional needs where required

The Ideal Candidate:

• Experience working with children or young people (school-based experience desirable)
• A positive, patient, and proactive approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Reliable, flexible, and committed to supporting learning
• An understanding of safeguarding and child protection (training provided)

What Teaching Personnel Offers:

• Competitive daily pay rates (£90–£105)
• Full-time, temporary placement with consistency
• Ongoing support from a friendly, dedicated consultant
• Opportunities to gain experience in a variety of secondary school settings
• Access to CPD, training, and safeguarding support

If you’re a motivated individual looking for a rewarding role supporting students in secondary education, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply today with your CV and start your journey with Teaching Personnel – the UK’s leading education recruitment agency.

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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an onlineIONS as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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