Supply SEND Teaching assistant

TeacherActive Ltd; Mansfield; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay via PAYE

Flexible supply opportunities to fit I

Consultant support

CPD through My-Progression

Experience across specialist SEND

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting Supply SEND Teaching Assistants to support pupils across SEND schools in Mansfield.

You will provide individual and small-group support, help pupils access activities suited to their learning needs, and support communication, social skills and independence. You may also assist with personal care where required.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND.
• Patient, caring and adaptable approach.
• Confidence building relationships with pupils and staff.
• Understanding of different learning and communication needs.
• A relevant qualification or practical experience.
• A DBS check on Update Service or willingness to apply.

Responsibilities

• Providing individual and small-group support.
• Helping pupils access activities suited to their learning needs.
• Supporting communication, social skills and independence.
• Using positive behaviour strategies and supporting emotional regulation.
• Working closely with teachers and support staff.
• Assisting with personal care where required.

Skills

SEND experience

Patience

Empathy

Adaptability

Relevant qualification

Education

Relevant qualification

Job description

Supply SEND Teaching Assistants – Mansfield

Are you passionate about helping children with SEND reach their potential?

Do you bring patience, empathy and a positive approach to every school day?

Are you looking for flexible work in specialist SEND schools?

TeacherActive is recruiting

Supply SEND Teaching Assistants to support pupils across SEND schools in Mansfield.

Whether you are looking to broaden your experience or find work that fits around your availability, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference. You will support children with a range of additional needs, adapting your approach to help each pupil feel safe, included and ready to learn.

Your role will include:

• Providing individual and small-group support.
• Helping pupils access activities suited to their learning needs.
• Supporting communication, social skills and independence.
• Using positive behaviour strategies and supporting emotional regulation.
• Working closely with teachers and support staff.
• Assisting with personal care where required.

We are looking for SEND Teaching Assistants with:

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND.
• A patient, caring and adaptable approach.
• Confidence building relationships with pupils and staff.
• An understanding of different learning and communication needs.
• A relevant qualification or practical experience.
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply.

Benefits of working with TeacherActive:

• Competitive pay, paid weekly through PAYE.
• Flexible supply opportunities to suit your availability.
• Support from a dedicated consultant.
• Access to training and CPD through My-Progression.
• Opportunities to gain experience across specialist SEND settings

Company: TeacherActive Ltd

Salary: £92.63 to £100 a day

Hours: Part-time

Location: NG18

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Temporary

Posting date: 14 Oct 2026

Closing date: 13 Nov 2026

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal opportunities statement

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.

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