Teaching Assistant, SEN School (Staffordshire)

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Stafford; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily rate £103.13

Day-to-day work with potential long‑er

Long-term opportunities

Ongoing training and support

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is seeking Teaching Assistants to work on a day-to-day basis at a supportive SEN school in a rural part of Staffordshire.

The role includes supporting pupils individually and in small groups, helping them develop independence and communication, and assisting with behaviour and emotional regulation. The position offers day-to-day work with potential long-term or permanent opportunities, and ongoing training and support from Teaching Personnel.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN.
• Patience, resilience and a calm, consistent approach.
• Reliable, professional team player.
• TAs from mainstream schools moving into SEN welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils individually and in small groups, in the classroom and beyond.
• Helping pupils develop independence, communication and social skills.
• Supporting positive behaviour and emotional regulation.
• Working alongside teachers and the wider team to help pupils achieve their individual targets.

Skills

SEN experience

Patience

Reliability

Team player

Job description

Teaching Assistant - SEN School (Day-to-Day)

Staffordshire | £103.13 per day | Day-to-Day Supply, with Long-Term Opportunities | Immediate & November Starts

Teaching Personnel is recruiting Teaching Assistants to work on a day-to-day basis at a supportive special school in a rural part of Staffordshire.

About the School

The school supports pupils with a range of additional needs, including Autism, learning difficulties, communication needs and social, emotional and mental health needs. It has a caring, inclusive ethos with a strong focus on helping pupils build independence and confidence, and a practical approach to learning that prepares them for life beyond school. Staff work closely with families to support each pupil's progress.

The Role

• Supporting pupils individually and in small groups, in the classroom and beyond
• Helping pupils develop independence, communication and social skills
• Supporting positive behaviour and emotional regulation
• Working alongside teachers and the wider team to help pupils achieve their individual targets

Who We're Looking For

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN, whether in school, care, youth or community settings
• Patience, resilience and a calm, consistent approach
• A reliable, professional team player
• Teaching Assistants from mainstream schools who want to move into SEN are welcome to apply

Location

The school is in a rural location, so a car is recommended. Local candidates are particularly encouraged to apply, but we welcome applications from further afield.

What We Offer

• £103.13 per day
• Day-to-day work, with the chance to become a regular face and move into long-term or permanent roles
• Excellent experience for those pursuing teaching, psychology, therapy or social work
• Ongoing support and training from Teaching Personnel

Requirements

• Right to work in the UK
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one
• Two years of professional references

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. 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. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.