SEN Teaching Assistant

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Tudhoe; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Long-term stability

Training & development

Supportive leadership

Specialist education experience

Permanent position opportunity

Job summary

Find a Job Service in Tiverton, Cornwall, is seeking a Learning Mentor & SEN Support Assistant for a full-time, permanent role in a specialist educational provision.

You will support pupils with diverse needs, help them build confidence and resilience, and work with teachers, parents and external professionals to create an inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in education, care, youth work or similar setting.
• Must have Enhanced DBS on Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Patience and adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalised support to pupils in and out of the classroom.
• Help pupils develop confidence, independence and resilience.
• Support pupils with SEN including autism, ADHD, SEMH.
• Assist with implementation of individual support plans.
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation.
• Support enrichment activities, educational visits and community learning.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents and external professionals.

Skills

Patience & empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Full UK driving licence

Enhanced DBS

Job description

Learning Mentor & SEN Support Assistant Location: Tiverton, Cornwall Contract: Full-Time | Permanent Opportunity Available Support Young People to Thrive A specialist educational provision in Tiverton is seeking a dedicated and proactive Learning Mentor & SEN Support Assistant to join their growing team.

This is a highly rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping children and young people overcome barriers to learning and achieve their individual potential.

You will work closely with pupils who require additional support due to a range of special educational needs, providing encouragement, structure, and guidance throughout their educational journey.

The Opportunity In this role, you will become a key part of a supportive team focused on delivering positive outcomes for students.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing personalised support to pupils both in and out of the classroom
• Helping students develop confidence, independence, and emotional resilience
• Supporting young people with Autism, ADHD, SEMH needs, and other learning differences
• Encouraging engagement with learning through creative and practical approaches
• Assisting with the implementation of individual support plans
• Promoting positive behaviour and supporting emotional regulation
• Supporting pupils during enrichment activities, educational visits, and community-based learning
• Working collaboratively with teachers, parents, and external professionals
• Contributing to a positive, inclusive, and student-centred learning environment Every day presents an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a young person's life.

What We're Looking For The ideal candidate will:

• Have experience working within education, care, youth work, support work, or a similar setting
• Be patient, adaptable, and enthusiastic
• Have a genuine interest in supporting children and young people with additional needs
• Be confident building positive and professional relationships
• Demonstrate strong communication and teamwork skills
• Hold a full UK driving licence and have access to their own vehicle
• Have an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or be willing to obtain one Benefits
• Competitive daily pay rates
• Full-time hours with long-term stability
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• Supportive leadership and experienced SEN professionals
• Valuable experience within specialist education settings
• Opportunity to secure a permanent position Safeguarding This organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks, reference checks, and safer recruitment procedures.

Jobs are provided by the Find a Job Service from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).