Teaching Assistant
| Company: | TeacherActive Ltd |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £14.25 to £15.25 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | TA1 |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Posting date: | 26 Aug 2026 |
| Closing date: | 25 Sept 2026 |
Summary
Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant
Location: Taunton
Start Date: September
Full Time
Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs in a nurturing, inclusive environment?
Do you have experience working with SEND students and want to make a lasting difference in their education?
Have you worked in a secondary school setting before?
TeacherActive is excited to be working with a supportive and welcoming school in Taunton that is looking to appoint a full-time SEND Teaching Assistant. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a committed team who go above and beyond to ensure every child has the opportunity to reach their full potential.
The successful SEND Teaching Assistant will support students on a 1:1 basis or in small groups, helping with classroom engagement, emotional regulation, and learning. This role will suit someone with a calm, patient and adaptable approach who is committed to inclusive education.
The successful SEND Teaching Assistant will have:
Experience working with children or young people with SEND (e.g. Autism, ADHD, SEMH)
A caring and proactive attitude
Good communication and teamwork skills
The ability to build strong, trusting relationships with pupils and staff
In return, you can expect to receive:
A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to support you through the on-boarding process
Access to CPD courses and certificates through our My-Progression channel
Market-leading rates of pay
TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend*
PAYE basis – ensuring correct Tax and National Insurance contributions with no hidden admin fees
If you are interested in this position, click ‘APPLY NOW’, and we’ll be in touch with more information about this exciting opportunity.
Email:
Jasmine.nestola@teacheractive.com
Contact Number: 01392 693313
*Terms and Conditions apply
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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