SEN Teaching Assistant
| Company: | senploy |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £120 to £120 a day |
| Hours: | Part-time |
| Location: | OL16 1LU |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 15 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 11 Nov 2026 |
Summary
Pay: From £130.00 per day
Job Description:
We are looking for a passionate and adaptable SEN Teaching Assistant to support children and young people across a range of educational settings.
You'll be working with pupils who have a variety of additional needs, which may include Autism, learning difficulties, communication needs, sensory processing difficulties and social or emotional needs. Your role will be to provide consistent support, helping pupils access learning, develop their confidence and become as independent as possible.
The Role
As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you may be required to:
- Support pupils on a 1:1 basis and within small groups
- Assist children in accessing and engaging with their learning
- Support individual targets and personalised learning plans
- Help pupils manage sensory needs, routines and transitions
- Promote independence and develop practical life skills
- Support positive behaviour and emotional regulation
- Support implementation of EHCPs, behavior plans and therapeutic strategies
The successful candidate will be someone who is hands-on, adaptable and confident in their approach, with the ability to build positive relationships and respond to the individual needs of each pupil.
About You
We are looking for someone who is:
- Calm, patient and consistent
- Confident supporting children with additional needs
- Able to build strong, positive relationships
- Comfortable adapting their approach to different pupils
- Committed to supporting children's learning and development
Previous experience working with SEN, ASD, communication needs, sensory needs or learning difficulties would be beneficial, although relevant experience in education, care or support roles will also be considered.
Requirements
- Previous experience working with children or young people
- Experience supporting SEN is desirable
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one
- Right to work in the UK
- Two suitable references
Why Apply?
- Immediate and upcoming starts
- Weekly pay
- Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 3.30pm
- Opportunities to gain valuable SEN experience
- Potential for permanent positions
If you're looking for a rewarding SEN Teaching Assistant role and have the skills and attitude to make a positive difference, apply today.