SEND Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive; South Molton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 consultant support

CPD certificates through My-Progressio

Market-leading pay rates

TeacherActive Referral Scheme – £100

PAYE basis

Job summary

TeacherActive is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant to join a supportive North Devon secondary school in South Molton on a full-time basis. You will support pupils with SEND, help with classroom engagement, emotional regulation, and learning in a calm, patient style.

The role offers 1:1 support, CPD opportunities, and a path to progression within a dedicated team of education professionals.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEND (e.g. Autism, ADHD, SEMH).
• Caring and proactive attitude.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships with pupils and staff.

Responsibilities

• 1:1 SEND support in class
• Support classroom engagement
• Assist with emotional regulation
• Aid learning and inclusion

Skills

SEND experience

Calm & patient

Teamwork

Job description

Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant

Location: South Molton

Start Date: ASAP!

Full Time

Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs in a nurturing, inclusive environment? Do you have experience working with SEND students and want to make a lasting difference in their education? Have you worked in a secondary school setting before? TeacherActive is excited to be working with a supportive and welcoming school in North Devon that is looking to appoint a full-time SEND Teaching Assistant/ This is a fantastic opportunity to join a committed team who go above and beyond to ensure every child has the opportunity to reach their full potential. The successful SEND Teaching Assistant will support 1:1, helping with classroom engagement, emotional regulation, and learning. This role will suit someone with a calm, patient and adaptable approach who is committed to inclusive education.

Responsibilities

• Experience working with children or young people with SEND (e.g. Autism, ADHD, SEMH)
• A caring and proactive attitude
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• The ability to build strong, trusting relationships with pupils and staff

Benefits

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to support you through the on-boarding process
• Access to CPD courses and certificates through our My-Progression channel
• Market-leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend*
• PAYE basis – ensuring correct Tax and National Insurance contributions with no hidden admin fees

*Terms and Conditions apply

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

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

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is central to our recruitment practices, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to thorough vetting and safer recruitment checks before being cleared to work