Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Academics; Westbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational recruitment agency is seeking a Special Needs Teaching Assistant in Salisbury to support children with diverse needs. This full-time role involves creating an engaging learning environment through practical activities. The ideal candidate should have a caring nature and a genuine passion for helping children. Compensation ranges from £85 to £95 per day, and the position starts ASAP.

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for supporting children with diverse needs.
• Prior experience with special needs beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support children with diverse needs in a small classroom.
• Assist in social skills development and emotional regulation.
• Create a fun and interactive learning environment through activities.

Skills

Kind and caring nature

Experience with children with additional needs

Non-judgmental approach

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Special Needs Teaching Assistant, Westbury

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Location:

Westbury, United Kingdom

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Other

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Are you passionate about education? Do you want to help support children with a diverse range of needs? Are you a friendly and positive individual?

If so, this SEN Teaching Assistant could be perfect for you!

The Role:

You will be working as an Special Needs Teaching Assistant at a Specialist Primary School in Salisbury, supporting children with a diverse range of needs. The school caters for children with Autism, ADHD, Down syndrome, learning difficulties, speech and language needs, and physical disabilities. Many of the students require 1-2-1 support to help them access learning in a way that suits their unique needs.

Your Day to Day:

You will support a small class of 6 to 8 pupils, working alongside the class teacher and another teaching assistant to create a fun and exciting learning environment. The school has a big focus on practical learning and life skills, so your day will involve fun, interactive activities such as cooking, outdoor education, animal therapy and sensory play! You will also assist with social skills development and emotional regulation techniques to help students build confidence and independence.

The Ideal Candidate:

The school are looking for a Special Needs Teaching Assistant with a kind and caring nature, and non-judgemental approach in the classroom. While previous experience working with children and/or adults with additional needs is beneficial, it is not essential – a genuine passion for supporting children is the most important quality!

*Special Needs Teaching Assistant
*ASAP Start
*Full Time, Monday to Friday, 08:45am to 3:15pm
*£85 to £95 per day
*Salisbury

Are you interested in this role? Don’t hesitate, submit your CV and apply today!

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