Specialist Support Assistant

TeacherActive Limited.; Coventry; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD courses

Referral bonus (£100)

Market-leading pay

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting a Specialist Support Assistant for King Edward VI College in Nuneaton to support students aged 16-18 with SEN. The role focuses on 1:1 classroom support to help access the curriculum and build independence.

The position is short-term and full-time, running from 2 November to 18 December 2026, with specific hours and pay between £100 and £120 per day. CPD and onboarding support are provided.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering effective 1:1 support to students with SEN.
• Experience in an educational setting delivering 1:1 support.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 classroom support to students aged 16-18 with SEN.
• Help students access the curriculum and participate in lessons.
• Differentiate learning activities and adapt support strategies as needed.

Skills

1:1 support

SEN experience

Strong communication

Patience and empathy

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification

SEN qualification

Job description

West Midlands/ temporary / £100 - 120 per day dependent on experience

Are you an experienced Specialist Support Assistant who is passionate about making a positive difference to young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?

Do you have experience delivering effective 1:1 support to students with additional learning needs within an educational setting?

Are you patient, adaptable and committed to helping students develop their confidence, independence and academic potential?

TeacherActive is proud to be working in partnership with King Edward VI College in Nuneaton to recruit a dedicated Specialist Support Assistant. The college provides education for students aged 16-18, offering a supportive learning environment that encourages academic achievement, personal development and independence.

The college is seeking a committed Specialist Support Assistant for a short-term, full-time position from Monday 2nd November until Friday 18th December 2026. The successful candidate will provide tailored 1:1 classroom support to students aged 16-18 with a range of Special Educational Needs (SEN), helping them access the curriculum, engage confidently in lessons and develop essential skills for independent learning.

Working hours:

Monday, Tuesday and Thursday: 8:30am - 4:30pm

Wednesday and Friday: 8:30am - 2:45pm

The successful Specialist Support Assistant will have:

• A relevant Teaching Assistant or SEN qualification (desirable)


• Previous experience supporting children or young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN)


• Proven experience delivering 1:1 support within a classroom or educational setting


• The ability to differentiate learning activities and adapt support strategies to meet individual student needs


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish positive working relationships with students and staff


• A patient, compassionate and proactive approach, alongside a positive 'can-do' attitude

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to support you throughout the quick and straightforward onboarding process


• Access to CPD courses and professional development certificates through our My-Progression channel


• Market-leading rates of pay


• TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

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

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.