Sen Teaching Assistant

PK Education Limited; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

PK Education is seeking enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistants to join a specialist school in Shrewsbury. The role involves providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs, helping with communication, emotional regulation and sensory needs, and assisting teachers with engaging and adapted activities.

Competitive daily pay (£100–£140) and full-time opportunities are offered, with ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant to help you develop your career in special

Qualifications

• SEN experience is desirable but not essential.
• Excellent communication skills with pupils, parents and staff.
• Patience, empathy and a positive attitude are important.
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills in SEN.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Support children with communication, emotional regulation and sensory needs.
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging, adapted learning activities.
• Help pupils develop independence, confidence and essential life skills.
• Support with personal care and mobility where required.
• Create a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

SEN experience

Communication

Patience

Empathy

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant – Full Time/ Part time

Location: Shrewsbury, Shropshire

Pay: £100–£140 per day (depending on experience)

Hours: Full Time, Monday to Friday

Agency: PK Education

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs?

PK Education is looking for enthusiastic, caring and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to join a supportive specialist school setting in Shrewsbury.

The school supports pupils with a wide range of additional needs, including Autism (ASD), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), complex needs, communication difficulties and physical disabilities.

Whether you have previous SEN experience or are looking to develop your skills within specialist education, we would love to hear from you!

Your Role:

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Support children with communication, emotional regulation and sensory needs.
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging, adapted learning activities.
• Help pupils develop independence, confidence and essential life skills.
• Support with personal care and mobility where required.
• Create a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience working with children or individuals with SEN is desirable but not essential.
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.
• Patience, empathy and a positive attitude.
• Willingness to learn, develop new skills and gain valuable experience.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.

Why Join PK Education?

• Competitive daily pay of £100–£140.
• Full-time opportunities.
• Valuable experience within a specialist SEN setting.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant.
• Opportunities to develop your career in special educational needs.