SEN Teaching Assistant (Penzance)

TN United Kingdom; Penzance; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a SEN Teaching Assistant in Penzance, where your compassion and experience will make a real difference in the lives of children with diverse learning needs. This role offers the chance to work in various educational settings, supporting students with Special Educational Needs. With ongoing professional development and competitive pay, this is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to inclusive education in Cornwall. If you're passionate about making a positive impact, apply today and become a valued part of the SEN community.

Benefits

Dedicated support from local consultant

Access to ongoing professional development

Opportunities for long-term roles

Competitive pay rates

Weekly pay

Free child protection training

Qualifications

• Experience in a school or care setting.
• Understanding of SEN behaviours and effective responses.

Responsibilities

• Support students with a range of SEN, including autism and ADHD.
• Assist teachers in delivering tailored lessons.
• Promote a positive learning environment.

Skills

Experience with SEN

Compassionate support

Classroom management

Flexibility

Education

Relevant qualifications in education or care

Job description

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05.05.2025

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Job Description:

SEN Teaching Assistant – Penzance & Surrounding Areas

Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? Do you have experience in a classroom or care setting? Join our dedicated team at Teaching Personnel and make a real difference in the lives of young learners across Cornwall.

Location: Penzance and surrounding areas
Availability: Full-time
Settings: Specialist provisions and mainstream schools

The Role:
We are looking for compassionate, reliable, and proactive individuals to work as SEN Teaching Assistants in a variety of educational settings across Cornwall. This is a fantastic opportunity for those with experience in care or classroom environments who are seeking meaningful work supporting children with diverse learning needs.

Key Responsibilities:

Supporting students with a range of SEN, including autism, ADHD, and SEMH

Assisting teachers in delivering tailored lessons and activities

Helping to manage classroom behaviour and promote a positive learning environment

Building strong, nurturing relationships with students and staff

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Previous experience in a school, care, or support setting

A strong understanding of SEN behaviours and how to respond effectively

Full-time availability and flexibility to work across multiple schools in the Penzance area

A commitment to providing inclusive and supportive education for all students

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

Dedicated support from your local consultant

Access to ongoing professional development and training

Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles

Competitive pay rates and weekly pay

Ready to make a difference?
Apply today to become a valued part of the SEN community in Cornwall with Teaching Personnel.

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.
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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