SEN Teaching Assistant - Temp to Perm
Location: Hambridge, Somerset
Salary: £14.25 - £16.68 per hour
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30am - 3:30pm
Contract: Temporary to Permanent
Start Date: ASAP
SEN Teaching Assistant Required
Prospero Teaching is working in partnership with a specialist education setting in the Somerset area to recruit a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who is passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs and is looking for a rewarding role with the potential to become permanent.
As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with pupils who may have a range of needs including Autism (ASC), ADHD, Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, and associated learning difficulties. You will play a key role in helping students access education, develop confidence, and achieve positive outcomes both academically and personally.
The Role
- Supporting students on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
- Promoting engagement and positive behaviour within the classroom.
- Assisting teachers in delivering tailored learning activities.
- Building positive relationships with students, staff, and parents.
- Encouraging independence, confidence, and social development.
- Supporting pupils with emotional regulation and communication needs.
The Ideal Candidate
- Experience working with children or young people with SEN is desirable.
- A calm, patient, and resilient approach.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to build positive relationships and maintain professional boundaries.
- Backgrounds in education, care, youth work, support work, coaching, or similar sectors are welcomed.
- A genuine passion for helping young people succeed.
What Prospero Teaching Can Offer
- Competitive rates of pay between £14.25 and £16.68 per hour.
- Opportunity to secure a permanent position.
- Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.
- Access to accredited training and CPD opportunities.
- Weekly pay.
- Flexible and straightforward registration process.
To Be Eligible
- Right to work in the UK.
- Enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
- Two professional references covering the past two years.
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and are looking for a rewarding SEN role with long-term career prospects, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Prospero Teaching for more information.
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