SEND Teaching Assistant

senploy; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Senploy is recruiting for a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant at a primary academy in Devon. The role provides 1:2:1 support for a non-verbal pupil, helping access learning, develop communication skills, and build confidence in a supportive classroom environment.

The position is full‑time and long‑term, initially until December with potential to extend. Experience with SEND, autism, or communication needs is highly desirable, and the successful candidate will work closely with teachers and the

Qualifications

• Provide dedicated 1:2:1 support for a non-verbal pupil
• Support communication and interaction using agreed strategies and interventions
• Assist the pupil in accessing classroom learning and activities
• Work closely with the class teacher and SEND team
• Promote independence, confidence, and engagement
• Support the pupil's social, emotional, and educational development
• Help create a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to teaching staff
• Previous SEND experience is highly desirable
• Experience supporting non-verbal pupils, Autism, or communication needs is advantageous
• Patient, calm, and nurturing approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to use initiative and adapt support strategies as required
• Resilient and committed to achieving positive outcomes for pupils
• Ability to work effectively as part of a wider support team
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:2:1 support for a non-verbal pupil
• Support communication and interaction using agreed strategies and interventions
• Assist the pupil in accessing classroom learning and activities
• Work closely with the class teacher and SEND team
• Promote independence, confidence, and engagement
• Support the pupil's social, emotional, and educational development
• Help create a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to teaching staff
• Previous SEND experience is highly desirable
• Experience supporting non-verbal pupils, Autism, or communication needs is advantageous
• Patient, calm, and nurturing approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to use initiative and adapt support strategies as required
• Resilient and committed to achieving positive outcomes for pupils
• Ability to work effectively as part of a wider support team
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Job description

Full-Time Long-Term Opportunity Ongoing Until December (Potential to Extend)

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a welcoming and inclusive primary academy in Devon for a dedicated and experienced SEND Teaching Assistant.

This is a highly rewarding opportunity to provide 1:2:1 support for a non-verbal pupil, helping them access learning, develop communication skills, and build confidence within a supportive classroom environment. The role is initially expected to run until December, with the potential for the placement to continue beyond this date.

Here is a primary academy for pupils aged 4-11 and is part of a successful multi-academy trust. The school is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all pupils receive the support they need to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally.

The school places a strong emphasis on meeting the needs of all learners and works collaboratively to ensure pupils with additional needs are fully supported throughout their education.

• Provide dedicated 1:2:1 support for a non-verbal pupil


• Support communication and interaction using agreed strategies and interventions


• Assist the pupil in accessing classroom learning and activities


• Work closely with the class teacher and SEND team


• Promote independence, confidence, and engagement


• Support the pupil's social, emotional, and educational development


• Help create a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment


• Monitor progress and provide feedback to teaching staff


• Previous SEND experience is highly desirable


• Experience supporting non-verbal pupils, Autism, or communication needs is advantageous


• Patient, calm, and nurturing approach


• Strong communication and relationship-building skills


• Ability to use initiative and adapt support strategies as required


• Resilient and committed to achieving positive outcomes for pupils


• Ability to work effectively as part of a wider support team


• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children