SEND Teaching Assistant

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

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in the UK seeks a SEND Teaching Assistant in Newton Abbot to support students with Autism and other additional needs. The role involves providing 1:1 and small-group support to enhance confidence and independence. Applicants should possess a passion for helping children with special educational needs and have excellent communication skills. Benefits include competitive pay, weekly payments, and opportunities for free training and professional development.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay

Free and subsidised training

Dedicated consultant support

Early finish every Friday

Qualifications

• A genuine passion for supporting children with SEN.
• Experience in education, care, or youth work is an advantage.
• Team Teach trained is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with Autism and other additional learning needs.
• Assist with implementing personalised education and behaviour plans.
• Encourage engagement, participation, and independence.
• Create a calm and positive learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with staff and parents to support each child’s progress.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Excellent communication skills

Proactive and resilient attitude

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant – Newton Abbot, Devon

Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-Time, Temporary to Permanent
Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday (early finish on Fridays!)
Pay: £90 – £100 per day (depending on experience)
Paid Weekly via BACS – No Umbrella Deductions
Employer: Teaching Personnel – The UK’s leading education recruitment agency

About the School
Our partner school provides a nurturing and inclusive environment for secondary students with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and social, emotional, and mental health needs. The curriculum combines academic learning with life skills, outdoor education, and community engagement — ensuring each student receives a personalised, well-rounded education.

Your Role
As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you’ll work closely with teachers and support staff to deliver tailored learning and provide 1:1 and small-group support. Being Team Teach trained is desirable but not essential. You’ll help students build confidence, communication, and independence through positive and engaging learning experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils with Autism and other additional learning needs
• Assist with implementing personalised education and behaviour plans
• Encourage engagement, participation, and independence
• Create a calm and positive learning environment
• Work collaboratively with staff and parents to support each child’s progress

What We’re Looking For

• A genuine passion for supporting children with SEN
• Experience in education, care, or youth work (advantageous but not essential)
• Patience, empathy, and excellent communication skills
• Proactive and resilient attitude
• Team Teach trained is desirable
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusion

Why Join Teaching Personnel

• Competitive daily pay, paid weekly via BACS
• No umbrella deductions
• Free and subsidised training and professional development
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Clear pathways to permanent employment
• Early finish every Friday!

Apply Now

If you’re ready to begin a rewarding career supporting students with additional needs, we’d love to hear from you.

01392 920363
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