Specialist SEND Teaching Assistant

Five Education; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational staffing agency in England is looking for individuals to support pupils with complex special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The role involves providing 1:1 or small group support, adapting learning strategies, and collaborating with education professionals. A minimum of 6-12 months of relevant experience is required. This full-time, term-time only contract offers competitive pay starting at £89 per day, with opportunities for training and long-term placements in SEND roles.

Benefits

Competitive pay based on experience

Ongoing CPD and specialist SEND training

Supportive consultants

Qualifications

• At least 6-12 months of experience working in a SEND setting.
• Sound understanding of EHCPs and inclusive strategies.
• Confidence in handling challenging behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted support to pupils with complex SEND.
• Implement and adapt learning strategies.
• Collaborate with teachers and external agencies.

Skills

Experience in a SEND setting

Understanding of EHCPs

Communication skills

Team-working skills

Flexibility

Job description

Job Overview

Location: Yeovil
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Pay: £89 - £105 per day (based on experience and qualifications), including holiday pay
Contract Type: Full-time, term-time only
Experience: Minimum 6-12 months of relevant experience required

Role Responsibilities

• Provide targeted support to pupils with complex SEND, either 1:1 or in small groups
• Implement and adapt learning strategies to meet individual needs
• Support academic progress, emotional development, and independence
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs, therapists, and external agencies
• Maintain detailed observations and reports on pupil progress and behaviour

Qualifications

• At least 6-12 months of experience working in a SEND setting (school or care-based)
• Sound understanding of EHCPs, inclusive strategies, and differentiated teaching
• Confidence working with challenging behaviour and emotional regulation techniques
• A calm, flexible, and proactive approach to classroom support
• Excellent communication and team-working skills

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience
• School placements tailored to your skillset and preferences
• Ongoing CPD and specialist SEND training through Five Education
• Supportive consultants to guide you throughout your placement
• Opportunities to progress into long-term or permanent SEND roles

Daily rate of pay would be a minimum of £89.66 but with potential to earn more based on your level of experience. Including holiday pay. Pay: Five Education operates a PAYE payroll; this is the most transparent way to be paid with no hidden fees such as admin fee or employer NI. Please note pay rate is for illustration and does include holiday pay.

DBS: If you do not have a non-voluntary enhanced DBS on the update service, we will need to process a new one at a cost of £62.70. This will be refunded after 20 days of work, providing you have put the new DBS on the update service.

Vetting: Five Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all of the staff we employ to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo checks including reference checks, TRA checks and will need to have a DBS; there will also be a face-to-face interview.

We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as they are currently under-represented at this level.

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