Supply SEN Teaching Assistants

Connex Education; Swadlincote; On-site; Part time

Job summary

Connex Education is seeking passionate SEN Teaching Assistants in Swadlincote for flexible supply roles throughout the summer term. You will support children with special educational needs, with opportunities for long-term placements available. Applicants must have relevant GCSE qualifications and a compassionate approach to working with vulnerable children.

Benefits

PAYE – paid weekly

Flexible working options

Free access to Classroom Support Toolkit

Progression routes and funded formal qualifications

Support from a dedicated consultant

Qualifications

• Experience in SEN, care, or support settings is highly desirable.
• Comfortable with potential personal care responsibilities.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service required.

Responsibilities

• Provide flexible, supply-based support to pupils with special educational needs.
• Support with a range of additional needs including ASD, ADHD, and speech difficulties.

Skills

Compassion

Patience

Education

GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 or above

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistants

Swadlincote
£425 – £475 per week depending on qualifications and experience

To apply, you must show proof of right to work in the UK

About the role
Connex Education are working closely with a number of specialist and mainstream schools in the Swadlincote (DE11) area, and we are currently recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants to provide flexible, supply-based support throughout the summer term.

These roles are ideal for individuals with a genuine passion for supporting children with special educational needs. Whether you’re available on a full-time or part-time basis, we want to hear from you.

You may be supporting pupils with a range of additional needs including ASD, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, or SEMH needs. Experience in care or a background in supporting vulnerable individuals is highly desirable, and some roles may involve personal care responsibilities, so confidence and empathy are essential.

Assignment details
These SEN supply roles are available immediately and will run throughout the summer term. Long-term placements may be available for the right candidates.

Benefits of working with Connex Education
• PAYE – paid weekly
• Flexible working options
• Free access to our Classroom Support Toolkit – 70+ CPD-accredited training courses
• Progression routes and funded formal qualifications
• Support from a dedicated consultant and skills development manager

Person Specification
• A compassionate and patient approach to working with children
• GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 or above
• Experience in SEN, care, or support settings
• Comfortable with potential personal care responsibilities (when required)
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

All offers are subject to satisfactory background checks, including an enhanced DBS. Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are an equal opportunities employer and value diversity. All applicants are considered on the basis of merit alone.