SEND Teaching Assistant
| Company: | senploy |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £85.50 to £100 a day |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | PL1 1DY |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 20 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 16 Nov 2026 |
Summary
SEND Teaching Assistant
Full-Time Long-Term Opportunity Ongoing Until December (Potential to Extend)
We are currently recruiting on behalf of a welcoming and inclusive primary academy in Devon for a dedicated and experienced SEND Teaching Assistant.
This is a highly rewarding opportunity to provide 1:2:1 support for a non-verbal pupil, helping them access learning, develop communication skills, and build confidence within a supportive classroom environment. The role is initially expected to run until December, with the potential for the placement to continue beyond this date.
Here is a primary academy for pupils aged 4-11 and is part of a successful multi-academy trust. The school is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all pupils receive the support they need to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally.
The school places a strong emphasis on meeting the needs of all learners and works collaboratively to ensure pupils with additional needs are fully supported throughout their education.
- Provide dedicated 1:2:1 support for a non-verbal pupil
- Support communication and interaction using agreed strategies and interventions
- Assist the pupil in accessing classroom learning and activities
- Work closely with the class teacher and SEND team
- Promote independence, confidence, and engagement
- Support the pupil's social, emotional, and educational development
- Help create a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment
- Monitor progress and provide feedback to teaching staff
- Previous SEND experience is highly desirable
- Experience supporting non-verbal pupils, Autism, or communication needs is advantageous
- Patient, calm, and nurturing approach
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Ability to use initiative and adapt support strategies as required
- Resilient and committed to achieving positive outcomes for pupils
- Ability to work effectively as part of a wider support team
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
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