SEND Teaching Assistant — Flexible Roles & Training

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; West Stow; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is actively recruiting Teaching Assistants to support students in Bury St Edmunds and surrounding areas within schools and specialist provisions.

You will work one-to-one and in small groups to help pupils access education, develop academically and socially, and build confidence. The role involves supporting students with SEND, ASC, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language needs, and other learning difficulties.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or vulnerable individuals.
• Patient, resilient and empathetic.
• Passion for supporting students with additional needs.
• Ability to build positive relationships and communicate effectively.
• Able to adapt to different educational settings.
• Hold a full UK driving licence (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Support students one-to-one and in small groups.
• Assist with individual education and behaviour plans.
• Promote engagement, participation, and independence.
• Support positive social interactions and emotional wellbeing.
• Collaborate with teachers, support staff and external professionals.
• Help create a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Experience with children

Patience

Empathy

Communication skills

Adaptability

Job description

Teaching Personnel is actively recruiting Teaching Assistants to support students in Bury St Edmunds and surrounding areas within schools and specialist provisions.

You will work one-to-one and in small groups to help pupils access education, develop academically and socially, and build confidence. The role involves supporting students with SEND, ASC, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language needs, and other learning difficulties.