About the role
SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Chippenham
Salary: £463-£500 per week
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Temporary or Permanent
The Role
We are looking for a compassionate and reliable SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive classroom team. In this role, you will work closely with the class teacher to support students with Autism, SEMH needs, and a range of learning difficulties. Duties will include providing personal care where required, such as assisting with toileting, feeding, and general daily living tasks. You will work with students both 1:1 and in small groups. This long-term role is available for an immediate start and will run through to the end of the academic year.
The School
This welcoming SEN school, located in Chippenham, supports primary aged pupils and places high value on meeting each child's individual needs, including personal care. Staff frequently praise the positive, inclusive atmosphere and the strong support offered across the team.
Requirements
To be successful in this SEN Teaching Assistant role, you should have:
- A friendly and nurturing approach
- A patient and caring nature
- Good organisation skills and flexibility
You must also have:
- Experience working with children in any setting
- A genuine passion for working in education
Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All applicants will be subject to thorough interviews, referencing, and an Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.
Salary is dependent on experience, training, and qualifications.
About Vision for Education
Part of The Edwin Group—recognised as a Top 10 UK Employer in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023—Vision for Education is a leading education recruitment agency, highly rated by staff for exceptional support and engagement. With branches nationwide, we specialise in recruiting outstanding primary, secondary, and SEND teaching and support staff.
What We Offer
As a valued member of our team, you will benefit from:
- Excellent weekly pay through our in-house PAYE payroll
- Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to eligibility)
- Pension contributions (after qualifying period)
- Full AWR compliance
- FREE professional developm
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