Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Teacheractive Limited; Peacehaven; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated educational recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Special Needs Teaching Assistant to support students with various educational needs. The ideal candidate will have previous experience working with children with special needs, strong communication skills, and a compassionate attitude. This role offers competitive pay rates between £85 to £95 daily, along with professional development opportunities and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Ongoing training and professional development

Supportive working environment

Opportunity to make a real impact

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people with special needs is highly desirable.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Supporting individual students and small groups with their learning and development.
• Implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) and monitoring progress.
• Promoting positive behavior and social interactions.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork skills

Patience

Caring attitude

Resilience

Job description

Join Our Dedicated Team as a Special Needs Teaching Assistant in Taunton!

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? Do you have the patience, empathy, and dedication to support students with special needs? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

Position:

Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Location:

Special Needs School, Taunton

Age Group:

Secondary-Aged Pupils

About the Role:

We are seeking a compassionate and enthusiastic Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join our team in Taunton. Our school caters to secondary‑aged pupils with a range of special educational needs, including:

• Autism
• Asperger's Syndrome
• ADHD
• Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)
• Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD)
• Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in providing tailored support to our students, helping them to achieve their full potential in a nurturing and inclusive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting individual students and small groups with their learning and development
• Assisting with classroom activities and preparing learning materials
• Implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) and monitoring progress
• Promoting positive behavior and social interactions
• Providing personal care and assistance as needed

What We Offer:

• Competitive daily pay rate of £85 to £95
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• A supportive and friendly working environment
• The chance to make a real impact in the lives of young people

Requirements:

• Previous experience working with children or young people with special needs is highly desirable
• A patient, caring, and resilient attitude
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

How to Apply:

If you are ready to take on this rewarding role and make a difference, we would love to hear from you! Please contact Alec Stott at TeacherActive to apply or for more information:

• Email: [e-mail]
• Phone: [phone]

Additional Information:

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive. Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs. Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

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