SEND Teaching Assistants


Company:	Class Act Teaching Services
Salary:	£85.50 - £95
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Abingdon, OX14 3HU
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	1 Aug 2026
Closing date:	31 Aug 2026

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Summary

SEND Teaching Assistants – Full-time or Part-time, starting as soon as possible

We are seeking dedicated SEND Teaching Assistants to support pupils with special educational needs across a variety of school settings. These flexible opportunities are ideal for individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact and enjoy working in diverse educational environments.

Duties as SEND Teaching Assistant:

Provide tailored support to pupils with a range of special educational needs
Assist teachers in delivering inclusive lessons and adapting resources
Support pupils’ social, emotional, and academic development
Implement individual education plans (IEPs) under guidance from teaching staff
Promote a safe and positive learning environment for all learners
Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and other support staff

Ideal SEND Teaching Assistant:

Previous experience supporting children with SEND in an educational setting
Strong understanding of strategies for supporting pupils with additional needs
Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
Patience, empathy, and excellent communication skills
Relevant qualifications or willingness to undertake training
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one

Why Class Act?

With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services. We are an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, proud members of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC), and REC Audited in Education, which means we have undergone rigorous external auditing to ensure we consistently meet the highest safeguarding and compliance standing in education recruitment. Class Act is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates registering with Class Act are subject to safeguarding checks in line with the DfE’s statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, including reference checks and an Enhanced DBS check either registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one. Your salary - dependent on experience - is paid weekly through PAYE – that means no self-employed or umbrella companies. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of. Recommend a friend to receive a £100 Amazon voucher for yourself, and a chance for you both to win a holiday worth up to £1000 – If you know anyone who is looking for temporary, permanent or supply work then get in touch with us today!

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