Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Telford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday pay included

Free safeguarding training

Full assistance provided

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is seeking a SEN Teaching Assistant in Telford (TF3) to support pupils with SEND on a 1:1 and small group basis. The role is full-time and term-time only, with daily pay depending on experience.

The successful candidate will work closely with teachers, SEND staff and parents to implement education plans and foster an inclusive, supportive classroom environment. Start date is November 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN/SEND.
• Patient, calm, compassionate and resilient.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Teaching Assistant qualification or relevant experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEN.
• Support children with SEND, autism, communication difficulties and behavioural needs.
• Build positive relationships to encourage confidence and engagement.
• Assist teachers with delivering lessons and adapting activities.
• Encourage positive behaviour and develop social and learning skills.
• Work with teachers, SEND staff, therapists and parents to support individual education and development plans.
• Help create a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Skills

SEN experience

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

1:1 support

Behaviour support

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification

Relevant experience

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Telford

Location: Telford (TF3)
Position: SEN Teaching Assistant
Contract: Full-time, Term Time Only
Salary: £95.00 - £110.00 per day (depending on experience)

Start Date: November 2026

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs? Do you have the patience, resilience and empathy needed to help pupils overcome barriers to learning and reach their full potential?

We are working with a welcoming and supportive school in the TF3 area of Telford that is looking to appoint a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a nurturing and inclusive environment where you can make a genuine difference to the lives of children every day.

The Role

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with a range of special educational needs.
• Support children with SEND, autism, communication difficulties, behavioural needs and additional learning needs.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils to encourage confidence, independence and engagement.
• Support pupils both inside and outside the classroom to help them access the curriculum.
• Assist teachers with delivering engaging lessons and adapting activities to meet individual learning needs.
• Encourage positive behaviour and help pupils develop their social, emotional and communication skills.
• Work closely with teachers, SEND staff, therapists and parents to support individual education and development plans.
• Help create a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Encourage pupils to become more independent and develop essential life and learning skills.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Has experience working with children or young people, particularly those with SEN/SEND, autism or additional needs.
• Is patient, calm, compassionate and resilient.
• Can build strong and positive relationships with children.
• Has excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Is confident supporting pupils on a 1:1 and small group basis.
• Is passionate about helping children overcome barriers and achieve their potential.
• Can remain positive and professional when managing challenging situations.
• Holds a Teaching Assistant qualification or relevant experience (desirable but not essential).

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.
• We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training.
• Full assistance provided.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

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