SEND Teacher

TeacherActive; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational staffing agency in the UK is seeking experienced SEND Teaching Assistants to support pupils with Autism and Severe Learning Difficulties. The role involves providing 1:1 and small group support. Ideal candidates will demonstrate compassion, patience, and a commitment to enhancing the educational experience of young learners. Competitive daily pay rates and ongoing professional development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

Access to Guaranteed Payment Scheme

Free CPD training and professional development

Competitive daily pay rates

Referral Scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in education or care settings supporting SEND students.
• Ability to handle a variety of classroom behaviors calmly.
• Empathy and patience in supporting children's educational development.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with ASD and SLD in 1:1 and small group settings.

Skills

Experience supporting students with SEND

Confidence with different learning needs

Ability to manage classroom dynamics

Warm and consistent approach

Job description

Overview

TeacherActive is proud to be partnering with a number of excellent SEND providers across Swindon and surrounding areas. As part of our commitment to providing high-quality education staff, we are currently recruiting experienced and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistants (SEND TAs) to join our team from September.

This setting is seeking a dedicated SEND TA to join their team on a long-term basis. The role involves supporting pupils with a range of needs, including Autism (ASD) and Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), working both 1:1 and in small groups. The right candidate will bring patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for improving the educational and emotional development of young learners.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with a range of needs, including ASD and SLD, in 1:1 and small group settings.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Proven experience supporting students with SEND in either education or care settings
• Confidence working with a variety of learning needs and behaviours
• The ability to manage classroom dynamics effectively and calmly
• A warm, caring, and consistent approach to support and learning

Benefits

• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant, available 24/7 throughout your journey with us
• Access to our Guaranteed Payment Scheme (T&Cs apply)
• Free CPD training and professional development through the My-Progression platform
• Competitive daily pay rates between £90 and £130, depending on experience
• The TeacherActive Referral Scheme – earn up to £100 for referring a friend (T&Cs apply)

All of our staff are paid through PAYE, ensuring transparency, no umbrella fees, and the correct deductions for tax and national insurance – so you keep more of what you earn.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and want to support some truly inspiring young people, click ‘APPLY NOW’ and I’ll be in touch to discuss this fantastic opportunity in more detail.

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive. Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.

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