Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Shepton Mallet; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist education recruitment agency is seeking a Teaching Assistant in Shepton Mallet. The role involves supporting students with special educational needs, especially autism, and providing educational assistance in a personal and inclusive setting. Flexible working hours and comprehensive training opportunities are offered to enhance your skills in this rewarding position.

Benefits

Holiday Pay

Access to CPD accredited training courses

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Experience with special educational needs, especially autism.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Compassionate approach to supporting children.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom teachers in delivering educational assistance.
• Work with students aged 4-19 with special educational needs.
• Promote a safe and inclusive environment.

Skills

SEND (particularly ASD) experience

Strong verbal and non-verbal communication skills

Innovative and patient educator

Ability to collaborate with teachers and support staff

Understanding of positive behaviour support strategies

Job description

Teaching Assistant

Location: Shepton Mallet, Somerset

Salary: £13.75 an hour

Contract: Full Time

Start Date: Negotiable

SEN(D) Teaching Assistant – Opportunities via Teaching Personnel

Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact on the lives of young people with special educational needs?

If so, this SEN(D) Teaching Assistant role could be the perfect opportunity for you!

The Role:

You will be responsible for supporting classroom teachers in providing the best support possible to students ranging in the ages 4-19 years old with a primary diagnosis of autism (ASD) and speech, language and communication needs.

This is a specialist educational setting in Shepton Mallet, Somerset, dedicated to supporting children and young people aged 4–19. The school provides a personalised, inclusive curriculum that combines academic learning with life skills, vocational opportunities, and community engagement.

With small class sizes, tailored support, and modern facilities, their main aims are to empower every pupil to lead safe, happy, and independent lives while fostering respect, trust, and positivity.

Who We Are Looking For:

• SEND (particularly ASD) experience
• Strong verbal and non-verbal communication skills
• An innovative, resilient and patient educator with a compassionate approach to supporting children
• Able to collaborate with teachers and other support staff
• Understanding of positive behaviour support strategies

Working Hours/Benefits:

• Full Time, Part Time and Flexible applicants will be considered for this role
• Monday-Friday
• Term Time Only
• Holiday Pay
• Access to CPD accredited training courses

About Us:

Teaching Personnel is a specialist education recruitment agency, working with a variety of SEN(D) schools across the UK – pairing talented educators with the perfect role for them! We pride ourselves on providing the best experience possible for all educators, schools, and students we work with.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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