Teaching Assistant


Company:	senploy
Salary:	£125 - £130
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	ASHBURTON, DEVON
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	18 Aug 2026
Closing date:	11 Sept 2026

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Summary

SEN Teaching Assistant - Specialist School

Location: Ashburton, Devon

Pay: £125-£130 per day, depending on experience

Contract: Full-time | Long-term | Temp-to-Perm

Start Date: 9 September 2026 onwards

Application Deadline: 30 September 2026

Luma Education Recruitment is working with a specialist education setting in the Ashburton, Devon area that is looking to appoint a caring, reliable and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant for September 2026.

This opportunity would suit someone who enjoys working with children and young people and is passionate about supporting pupils with special educational needs, autism, SEMH, ADHD and behavioural needs.

You will play an important role within the school's support team, helping pupils engage with learning, develop confidence and overcome individual barriers.

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

- Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils

- Work closely with teachers to support accessible and engaging learning

- Help pupils access the curriculum and participate in classroom activities

- Support positive behaviour and emotional regulation

- Encourage pupils to develop confidence, independence and social skills

- Build positive, consistent relationships with pupils

- Support classroom routines and maintain a calm, safe learning environment

- Work alongside teaching, pastoral and specialist staff to meet individual needs

- Encourage pupils to engage positively with their education and wider school experience

We're keen to hear from candidates with:

- Experience supporting children, young people or vulnerable individuals

- Previous experience within SEN, schools, care, youth work or similar settings

- A genuine interest in supporting pupils with additional needs

- Confidence and resilience when supporting challenging behaviour

- A patient, calm and consistent approach

- Strong communication and relationship-building skills

- The ability to adapt to different pupils and situations

- A positive attitude and willingness to learn

Relevant qualifications are welcomed, but attitude, experience and the ability to build strong relationships with pupils are equally important.

An Enhanced DBS will be required before commencing the role. Candidates already registered with the DBS Update Service are encouraged to apply.

- £125-£130 per day, depending on experience

- Weekly pay

- Full-time, long-term opportunity

- Potential route into a permanent position

- Dedicated consultant support

- Straightforward registration and compliance process

- Access to relevant CPD and training

- Opportunities to develop specialist SEN experience

- Ongoing support throughout your placement

Luma Education Recruitment is a specialist education recruitment agency supporting schools and education settings across the UK.

We recruit for SEN Teachers, Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants, HLTAs, Behaviour Support Workers and education leaders, connecting candidates with opportunities that match their experience and career goals.

If you are an experienced Teaching Assistant, SEN Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Behaviour Support Worker or Youth Worker looking for your next opportunity in Ashburton or the surrounding Devon area, we'd love to hear from you.

Send your CV today to find out more.

Luma Education Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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