At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities in various educational settings.
- Company: Teaching Personnel, a leading education recruitment agency.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, free training, ongoing support, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible roles with potential for long-term positions and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of children while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Passion for supporting children, excellent communication skills, and teamwork ability.
The predicted salary is between 23000 - 27000 £ per year.
Location: Camborne & Redruth, Cornwall
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: Competitive daily rates, dependent on experience
Teaching Personnel is currently recruiting dedicated and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistants to work on a full-time basis across a variety of partner schools in the Camborne and Redruth area. This is a fantastic opportunity to support children and young people with a range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) while gaining valuable experience within both specialist and inclusive educational settings.
Our partner schools include a mixture of SEND schools, specialist provisions, and mainstream schools with dedicated SEND support, offering a rewarding and varied working environment. As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in helping pupils access learning, build confidence, and achieve their full potential. You will work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and other support staff to provide tailored support both in and out of the classroom.
Responsibilities may include:
- Supporting pupils with a range of SEND, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, SEMH, speech and language difficulties, and learning disabilities
- Delivering 1:1 support and working with small groups
- Encouraging positive behaviour and emotional regulation
- Assisting with classroom activities and adapting learning where required
- Building positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families
- Supporting students with social, emotional, and personal development
We welcome applications from candidates with a variety of backgrounds, including education, care, youth work, support work, and psychology.
Ideal candidates will have:
- A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Patience, resilience, and a positive attitude
- Experience working with children or vulnerable individuals (preferred but not essential)
- The ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
Full-time opportunities across a range of local schools
Competitive rates of pay
Access to free and discounted CPD training courses
Ongoing support from a dedicated local consultant
Opportunities for long‑term and permanent positions
Flexible pathways to develop your career within education
If you're passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children and young people with SEND, we'd love to hear from you.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding and vetting checks, including an enhanced DBS check on the update service where applicable. Teaching Personnel is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.
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.
SEND Teaching Assistant in Camborne employer: Teaching Personnel
Join a supportive and nurturing educational environment as a Part Time Teacher in the BB4 area, where you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of Upper Key Stage 2 pupils. With competitive pay, small class sizes, and dedicated consultant support, this role offers an excellent opportunity for professional growth and the chance to inspire young minds in a welcoming community. Embrace the rewarding experience of teaching while enjoying the flexibility of a part-time schedule.
