SEN Teaching Assistant - Rugby

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Rugby; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Weekly pay through Hays

Free CPD and training

Support from Hays consultant

Potential permanent position

Rewarding specialist education setting

Job summary

Hays Education, in partnership with a specialist school in Rugby, is seeking an SEN Teaching Assistant to support students with diverse needs. You will work alongside teachers to help pupils engage in learning, build confidence and reach individual targets.

Ideal candidates have experience with children or vulnerable groups, SEN background, patient and resilient approach, and strong communication and teamwork skills. The role runs 12 weeks with potential permanence after a full academic year.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or vulnerable groups.
• SEN, support work, care, childcare, youth work, or education experience is essential.
• Patient, caring and resilient approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support.
• Assist with classroom activities and learning interventions.
• Encourage positive behaviour and engagement.
• Supporting students with communication, social, and emotional development.
• Collaborate with teachers and external professionals.

Skills

SEN experience

Childcare experience

Teamwork & communication

Job description

Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm, Monday to Friday

Contract: Full Time | Full Academic Year

Start Date: September 2026

Contract Type: 12-week temporary to permanent opportunity

Your new company

Hays Education is working in partnership with a welcoming specialist school in the Rugby area that supports children and young people with a range of additional needs. The school has a strong focus on providing a positive, inclusive learning environment where pupils are encouraged to thrive both academically and personally.

Your new role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will provide classroom support to students with a range of special educational needs. You will work closely with teachers and support staff to help pupils engage in learning, build confidence, and achieve their individual targets.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Assisting with classroom activities and learning interventions
• Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement
• Supporting students with communication, social, and emotional development
• Working collaboratively with teachers and external professionals

What you'll need to succeed

• Experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable adults
• SEN, support work, care, childcare, youth work, or education experience is essential
• A patient, caring, and resilient approach
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine passion for supporting young people with additional needs

What you'll get in return

• Competitive rates of pay
• Weekly pay through Hays
• Access to free CPD and training opportunities
• Ongoing support from a dedicated Hays consultant
• Opportunity to secure a permanent position following a successful 12-week placement
• The chance to make a real difference within a rewarding specialist education setting