SEN Classroom Support

Teaching Personnel is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant

We are looking for a committed SEN Teaching Assistant to provide tailored support to pupils with a variety of additional needs, including Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, Autism (ASD), and Processing or Learning Difficulties (LD). You will work closely with class teachers and the SENCO to ensure pupils can access learning, grow in confidence, and develop key skills. This role is vital in helping to foster a positive, inclusive, and nurturing environment where every child feels supported, valued, and empowered to succeed.

• Provide personalised one‑to‑one and small‑group support tailored to individual pupil needs.
• Adapt resources, activities, and learning materials so they are engaging, accessible, and appropriately differentiated.
• Implement strategies from EHCPs and individual support plans to support pupil progress.
• Assist pupils with communication, social interaction, emotional regulation, and behaviour using positive, proactive methods.
• Use a range of specialist tools such as visual aids, sensory resources, and alternative communication systems.
• Observe and record pupil progress, sharing key information with teachers and the SENCO to inform planning.
• Help maintain a calm, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment that promotes wellbeing and learning.
• Support pupils during transitions, break times, and off‑site activities to ensure consistency and safety.
• Encourage independence, resilience, and confidence, celebrating achievements and helping pupils develop strong self‑esteem.

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about supporting children with diverse SEND needs
• Calm, patient, and able to stay positive under pressure
• An excellent communicator who can build trusted relationships with pupils and staff
• A proactive, flexible team player
• Emotionally resilient and reflective in their practice

• Willing to complete a DBS check or able to provide an updated certificate
• Able to supply two references
• Proof of right to work in the UK

If this sounds like the right role for you, please apply via the link or email: t

Please note:

Applications submitted without a CV cannot be considered.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

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