SEN Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is looking for an SEN Teaching Assistant to support young people with special educational needs in a specialist setting in Salisbury. This part-time role offers the opportunity to be part of a dedicated team that values creativity and collaboration, while providing essential support to enhance learners' growth and development.

Benefits

Flexible part-time working

Ongoing CPD options

Dedicated consultant support

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting young people with special educational needs.
• Appropriate qualifications and training required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, person-centred learning support.
• Collaborate with teaching staff and therapists.

Skills

Patience

Collaboration

Creativity

Education

Qualifications for SEN Teaching Assistant

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant – Part-Time – Salisbury

An opportunity to inspire, support and make a real difference

Are you passionate about supporting young people with special educational needs?

We are currently recruiting for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist setting in Salisbury on a part-time basis.

The school provides tailored education for pupils aged 4 to 18 and offers a highly supportive and inclusive environment for both staff and students.

A meaningful and rewarding role in a unique setting

This is a specialist provision that nurtures children and young people with a range of complex needs, including social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) challenges, autism spectrum condition (ASC), and other learning differences.

The staff team is experienced, welcoming and focused on promoting positive behaviour, resilience and individual growth in every learner.

The school day runs from 8.15am to 3pm, and you will work closely with teaching staff and therapists to deliver engaging, person-centred learning support.

Working in Salisbury

Salisbury offers an excellent location for those seeking a role in a close-knit educational community.

The school is well-regarded for its holistic approach, and staff are proud to work in a setting that truly values every young person’s potential.

It is a great opportunity to be part of a committed team that thrives on creativity, patience and collaboration.

Why choose Teaching Personnel

As an educator working with Teaching Personnel, you will benefit from the support of a dedicated consultant and access to a wide range of development opportunities.

We offer flexible part-time working, competitive pay through PAYE, and ongoing CPD options to enhance your skills and career progression. Whether you're an experienced SEN practitioner or new to the sector, we’re here to help you succeed.

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 online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
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