SEND Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Tiverton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An education recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to support children with Special Educational Needs in Tiverton. This full-time role involves working closely with pupils and staff to promote inclusion, emotional wellbeing, and positive interactions. Candidates should be passionate about education, with previous experience in SEND being desirable but not essential. Competitive pay is offered, alongside opportunities for professional development and support.

Benefits

Weekly PAYE payments

Short-term and long-term opportunities

Free SEND and safeguarding CPD courses

Dedicated SEND consultant

£50 referral bonus

Pension scheme

Clear pathways into permanent roles

Competitive pay

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Qualifications

• Previous SEND experience is desirable but not essential.
• Transferable experience in care work, youth work, or psychology is a plus.
• A genuine desire to learn and develop within education.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils on a 1:1 basis or in small groups.
• Assist in delivering EHCPs, IEPs, and behaviour support plans.
• Promote inclusion and positive social interaction.
• Support emotional wellbeing and behaviour regulation.
• Work closely with teachers and the SENCo.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Patience

Resilience

Proactive approach

Job description

Overview

SEND Teaching Assistant – Tiverton

Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities? Teaching Personnel is recruiting caring and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistants to work in a range of supportive schools across Tiverton and the surrounding areas.

Whether you’re experienced in SEND or looking to start a rewarding career in education, we’d love to hear from you.

Role details

Role: SEND Teaching Assistant

Pay Rate: £90–£100 per day

Start Date: ASAP

Contract: Full-time, Term Time Only

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am–3:00pm

Responsibilities

• Support pupils on a 1:1 basis or in small groups, adapting learning to individual needs
• Assist in delivering EHCPs, IEPs, and behaviour support plans
• Promote inclusion, independence, and positive social interaction
• Support emotional wellbeing, communication, and behaviour regulation
• Work closely with teachers, the SENCo, and wider support staff

What we’re looking for

• Previous SEND experience (desirable but not essential)
• Transferable experience (e.g. care work, youth work, psychology, family SEND experience)
• A patient, resilient, and proactive approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• A genuine desire to learn and develop within education

What Teaching Personnel Can Offer

• Weekly PAYE paid every Friday – no umbrella deductions
• Short-term, long-term, and permanent opportunities
• Free SEND and safeguarding CPD courses
• A dedicated SEND consultant to support you throughout your placement
• £50 referral bonus for educators you recommend
• Pension scheme with employer contributions
• Clear pathways into permanent roles
• Competitive pay – we’ll match or beat other agency rates!
• MyTP Work App to manage bookings and your diary easily

How to apply

Ready to make a difference? Apply now or send your CV to:

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01392 920363

Important information

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.

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