Sen Teaching Assistant
| Company: | TeacherActive Ltd |
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| Salary: | £95 - £110 |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | DE5 |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Posting date: | 18 Aug 2026 |
| Closing date: | 17 Sept 2026 |
Summary
Do you have experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs / SEN?
Are you confident providing dedicated 1:1 support to a non-verbal pupil?
Do you have at least 1 year of experience working within UK schools?
TeacherActive is proud to be working with a mainstream Primary School based in Ripley, who are looking to appoint an SEN Teaching Assistant. The school provides a supportive and inclusive learning environment, ensuring pupils receive the individual support they need to engage with their education and make progress.
The school is looking to take on an SEN Teaching Assistant on a full-time, long-term basis from September 2026 until July 2027. The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will provide 1:1 support for a non-verbal child in Year 4, helping them access classroom activities, communicate effectively and remain engaged throughout the school day.
The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will have:
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A minimum of 1 year of experience working within UK schools
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Experience supporting children with SEN or additional needs
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Experience providing 1:1 classroom support
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Confidence supporting a non-verbal child with communication and learning
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A patient, caring and adaptable approach
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Strong communication and teamwork skills
In return for the above you can expect to receive:
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A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
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CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
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Market leading rates of pay
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TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £200 when you refer a friend
Terms and Conditions apply
Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.
If you are interested in this SEN Teaching Assistant position, then click ‘APPLY NOW’ and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.
EMAIL:
rowan.horton@teacheractive.com
CONTACT NUMBER: 0115 8241888
About TeacherActive
TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.
Equal Opportunities Statement
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.
Safeguarding and DBS Compliance
Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.
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