SEN Teaching Assistant Help Unlock Every Child's Potential

Reed; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Reed Education in Plymouth is seeking an SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with a range of additional needs. The role focuses on building confidence, independence and milestones that positively impact future outcomes, providing a reassuring and constant presence in the school day.

You will deliver 1:1 and small-group support, work with pupils with autism, ADHD and SEMH, and collaborate with teachers to adapt activities while promoting positive behaviours and emotional wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Experience with children or vulnerable adults.
• Caring, patient and proactive attitude.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Delivering 1:1 and small-group support.
• Supporting pupils with Autism, ADHD, SEMH, and communication needs.
• Working alongside teachers to adapt learning activities.
• Encouraging positive behaviours and emotional wellbeing.
• Helping students develop confidence, independence, and resilience.

Skills

Caring demeanor

Patience

Communication skills

Job description

Plymouth £95-£100 per day Full-Time

REED Education are working with a specialist educational setting in Plymouth that is looking to appoint a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with a range of additional needs.

This role is about far more than supporting learning. It's about helping children build confidence, develop independence, and achieve milestones that can have a lasting impact on their future. You'll become a trusted and consistent presence in a pupil's school day, providing support, encouragement, and reassurance whenever it's needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Delivering 1:1 and small-group support.
• Supporting pupils with Autism, ADHD, SEMH, and communication needs.
• Working alongside teachers to adapt learning activities.
• Encouraging positive behaviours and emotional wellbeing.
• Helping students develop confidence, independence, and resilience.

What We're Looking For:

• Experience working with children or vulnerable adults.
• A caring, patient, and proactive attitude.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A genuine desire to make a positive difference.

This role cannot support overseas sponsorship.