SEN Teaching Assistant

Job Title:
Experienced SEN Teaching Assistants
Job Type: Part-time | Full-time Roles Available
Pay Scale: £13–£14 per hour

Teaching Personnel are working closely with several primary schools across the Salisbury area that have a high level of SEN need
. We are seeking experienced, dedicated, and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants to support pupils within specialist resource bases as well as 1:1 settings outside of the classroom
.

These schools are committed to providing high-quality support for pupils with a range of additional needs, including Autism, SEMH, complex learning difficulties, and communication needs. If you’re passionate about making a difference and thrive in a supportive, inclusive environment, we want to hear from you.

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis or within a specialist resource base
• Working closely with SENCOs, teachers, and wider support teams
• Supporting pupils with personalised learning plans
• Promoting positive behaviour, engagement, and emotional regulation
• Providing adapted support to ensure each child can access learning

• Previous experience working with SEN in a primary school setting
• A patient, nurturing, and resilient approach
• Ability to build strong, trusting relationships with pupils
• Flexibility to work full-time or part-time depending on school needs
• A DBS registered on the Update Service (desirable)
  • If you don’t have one, Teaching Personnel can support you in applying for a new DBS.

• Competitive hourly rate: £13–£14 per hour
• Opportunity to work in supportive, well-resourced environments
• Ongoing CPD and training through Teaching Personnel
• A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement

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.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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