SEN Teaching Assistant - Dawlish

Teaching Personnel; Dawlish; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with special educational needs in a nurturing environment. This role is vital for helping students aged 3-19 with Autism and learning disabilities thrive academically and socially. You will provide personalized support, assist in delivering structured learning activities, and foster independence and communication skills. This rewarding position offers competitive pay and the chance to make a significant impact in the lives of students. Join a supportive team that values your contributions and provides opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Free & subsidized training

Dedicated consultant support

Weekly pay via BACS

Opportunity to make a real impact

Qualifications

• Passion for working with SEN students is essential.
• Experience in education or care settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in delivering structured learning activities.
• Support students with personalized learning plans.
• Encourage independence and communication.

Skills

Communication Skills

Patience

Resilience

Collaboration

Education

Experience in education, care, or SEN settings

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant | Dawlish, Devon

Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? Teaching Personnel’s partner school in Dawlish is looking for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team and help students thrive in a specialist learning environment.

Job Details:

• Start Date: ASAP
• Contract: Full-Time, Temp-to-Perm
• Hours: 8:45 am – 3:45 pm (Monday to Friday)
• Pay: £90 - £100 per day (based on experience)
• Employer: Teaching Personnel – The UK's leading education recruitment agency

About the Role:

This role involves working with students aged 3-19 who have Autism, learning disabilities, communication difficulties, and complex needs. You will provide 1:1 and small group support, helping students develop academic, social, and life skills.

Duties include:

• Assisting teachers in delivering structured learning activities.
• Supporting students with personalised learning plans.
• Encouraging independence, confidence, and communication.
• Helping with behaviour management and emotional regulation.
• Providing pastoral care and safeguarding support.

What We’re Looking For:

• Passion for working with SEN students.
• Experience in education, care, or SEN settings (preferred but not essential).
• Strong communication, patience, and resilience.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and support staff.
• A calm and adaptable approach to challenges.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay & progression opportunities.
• Free & subsidized training, including CPD courses.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
• Weekly pay via BACS – no umbrella deductions!
• Opportunity to make a real impact in a rewarding SEN setting.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

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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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