At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with SEND and SEMH needs in various educational settings.
- Company: Opus Teach, a supportive education recruitment agency owned by Suffolk County Council.
- Benefits: Flexible working hours, choose your assignments, and strong support from our dedicated team.
- Other info: Join a community that values inclusion and offers consistent opportunities across Suffolk.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while enjoying flexible work options.
- Qualifications: Experience in SEND, SEMH, or related fields; adaptable and nurturing approach required.
The predicted salary is between 27300 - 29910 £ per year.
Opus Teach is recruiting temporary SEN support staff, SEND teaching assistants, and SEMH specialists to meet the growing demand for high-quality support in schools, PRUs and specialist provisions across Suffolk.
If you’re passionate about inclusion, behaviour support, and helping learners with additional needs thrive, we’d love to hear from you.
Who we’re looking for:
- Mainstream or specialist school settings
- Care, residential or social care environments
- Alternative provisions
- PRUs, SEN units and specialist behaviour settings
Whether you’re a qualified teacher, SEN TA, learning support assistant, or an experienced SEMH practitioner, your skills are highly valued.
Skills and Experience That Make a Difference:
- Knowledge of SEND, SEMH and specialist education
- Understanding of EHCPs and personalised learning pathways
- Experience supporting children with learning difficulties, complex needs or behavioural challenges
- A calm, adaptable and nurturing approach
Flexible Temporary SEN Work Across Suffolk:
Once registered with Opus Teach, you choose when and where you work. We offer a wide range of SEN and SEMH roles across Suffolk, including:
- Short-term temporary assignments (emergency cover)
- Daily ad-hoc “on the day” requests
- Long-term temporary roles, including sickness and maternity cover
You can set your own availability, accept roles instantly via text, or receive a friendly call from our team, whatever suits you best.
Why work with Opus Teach?
Opus Teach is an education recruitment agency wholly owned by Suffolk County Council, supporting over 300 schools and education providers across Suffolk, Norfolk and Essex.
We offer:
- Strong, supportive relationships with our teachers and support staff
- A dedicated team available 7am–5pm, Monday to Friday
- A 24/7 online booking system for complete flexibility
- Consistent opportunities in SEN, SEND, SEMH and specialist education
If you’re looking for temporary SEN roles in Suffolk and want to make a meaningful impact, we’d love to welcome you to the Opus Teach community.
Closing date: 1 pm, 30 August 2026.
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