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SEN Teaching Assistant – Primary School (Accrington) We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Accrington. This rewarding role involves supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs on a 1:1 basis and in small groups, helping them to access learning, build confidence, and achieve their full potential. Key Responsibilities Provide 1:1 support for pupils with Special Educational Needs. Work with small groups of children, adapting activities to meet individual learning needs. Support the class teacher in creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment. Encourage positive behaviour, emotional regulation, and social development. Help implement EHCP targets and personalised learning strategies. What We’re Looking For A patient, nurturing, and proactive individual. Experience supporting children with SEN, behavioural needs, or additional learning needs is desirable. Individuals with a...

Trainee SEN Teaching Assistant Could you support children with special educational needs to flourish in schools? Do you have experience of supporting pupils with SEND, additional needs, or disabilities? Have you ever worked in residential care, learning disability support, schools, or another setting with people with SEND? The Job… Working in SEND schools to support children with a wide range of additional needs- your role is to be an extra set of hands for the teacher! You could be helping pupils to manage their emotions, communication effectively, or to engage with the activities they are taking part in! Academics provide staff to a massive range of SEND and SEMH schools, so there are opportunities to work with children with complex needs, challenging behaviours, social emotional and mental health needs, or physical disabilities. You'll Be… An aspiring Teaching Assistant with experience of supporting people with a disability or SEN Comfortable working in school...

Job Title: Behaviour Support Assistant - Hemel Hempstead Location: Hemel Hempstead Contract: Full-time / Term-time only (8:30am-4:00pm) Pay Rate: £96-£105 per day (DOE) Start Date: April About the Role Academics are seeking a committed and resilient Behaviour Support Assistant to join an alternative provision in Hemel Hempstead. You will be supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, challenging behaviours, and barriers to learning. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about helping vulnerable learners re-engage with education and develop the skills they need to succeed both in and out of the classroom. Key Responsibilities Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with behavioural, social, and emotional needs. Use de-escalation and behaviour management strategies to promote positive behaviour. Work closely with teachers and senior staff to maintain a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment. Help pupils...

SEN Teaching Assistant Winchester Prospero Teaching is looking for a motivated and nurturing SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school setting in Winchester. You will be working with pupils who require additional help due to learning needs, autism, ADHD, communication differences, or emotional/behavioural challenges. This long-term role is perfect for someone who enjoys helping children thrive and wants to build meaningful relationships with pupils who benefit from patience, consistency, and tailored support. You will work closely with teaching staff and SEN teams to provide both 1:1 and small-group assistance throughout the school day. Candidates from care, support work, youth settings, residential environments, and graduates in subjects such as psychology, criminology, education, or child development are strongly encouraged to apply. The Role: Offer 1:1 support and small-group interventions for pupils with a range of SEND needs Help pupils engage in lessons,...

Behaviour Support Assistant x 2- Rochdale * Supporting behaviour and inclusion of identified pupils * 1:1 support and small group support with SEMH (Social Emotional Mental Health Needs) * Sports Coaches, Social Workers, Psychology & Youth Work Graduates are welcome to apply Looking for 2 X Behaviour Mentors to promote positive behaviours with identified pupils in a Rochdale primary school starting ASAP. The role will be to support pupils in Year 4 and Year 6. The school are looking to engage with candidates who are experienced working with behaviours that challenge and can help overcome barriers to learning. School-based experience is not essential and candidates with transferable skills from other sectors; such as Support Work, Residential Support etc. will be considered. The ideal candidate will: * Be experienced working alongside children or young people with SEN or those who require assistance in promoting positive behaviour; this does not need to be school based,...

Job description SEMH Teaching Assistant –  (Full Time) Location: Redruth  Employer: Teaching Personnel Start: ASAP or following notice Contract: Full-time, long-term  Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference to young people facing social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) challenges? We are looking for a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join one of our Schools in the Redruth area. Pupils in this setting may present with needs such as anxiety, attachment difficulties, trauma-related behaviours, low self-esteem, ADHD/ADD, ASD, behaviour linked to emotional regulation difficulties, and previous school-based exclusions. Your support will play a vital role in helping young people re-engage with learning and develop positive pathways. About the Role: Key Responsibilities As an SEMH Teaching Assistant in a PRU, you will: Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEMH needs. Implement personalised learning strategies to help pupils access the...

Job Title: Secondary & Post-16 Teaching Assistant Area: Rochdale, Greater Manchester Start Date: Monday 20th April 2026 Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £525-£700 per week (dependent on experience and responsibilities) Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm About the Setting: We are seeking dedicated Secondary and Post‑16 Teaching Assistants to join a highly respected specialist provision in Rochdale, which includes both an on-site secondary school and a variety of external post‑16 pathways designed to support students as they transition into adulthood. This forward‑thinking provision supports young people aged 11-19 with a wide range of needs, including autism, learning difficulties, physical disabilities, medical needs, and sensory impairments. Their post‑16 offer extends beyond the main site, giving students access to real‑world learning environments, community-based programmes, and vocational opportunities that promote independence,...

Job Title: Secondary & Post-16 Teaching Assistant Area: Bury, Greater Manchester Start Date: Monday 20th April 2026 Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £525-£700 per week (Dependent on experience and responsibilities) Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm About the School: Are you a compassionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant with experience supporting young people with special educational needs (SEND)? We are seeking Secondary and Post-16 Teaching Assistants to join a specialist secondary and sixth form school in Bury, supporting pupils aged 11-19 with a wide range of complex needs, including autism, learning difficulties, physical disabilities, and sensory impairments. Secondary & Post-16 Teaching Assistant Role and Responsibilities: Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils across secondary and post-16 classes. Assist teachers in delivering personalised learning programmes and ensuring pupils can access the curriculum...

SEN Personal Care Support Worker – Bolton Full-time | Monday–Friday, 9:00am–3:00pm Start: ASAP Employer: Teaching Personnel Teaching Personnel are looking for a compassionate and dedicated SEN Personal Care Support Worker to join one of our partnered specialist schools in the Bolton area. The school supports pupils aged 4–18 with a wide range of complex needs, including ASC, SLD, PMLD, communication difficulties, sensory needs, physical disabilities, and medical or personal care requirements. This is a fulfilling role within a well-resourced, supportive SEN environment. You will be working closely with staff to provide personal care, emotional support, and access to learning for young people who require additional assistance throughout the school day. About the Role Full-time, ongoing position Hours: 9:00am–3:00pm Supporting pupils with complex SEN needs across the school Working alongside teachers, therapists, and support staff Training provided through Teaching Personnel...

PK Education are currently recruiting SEND Support Assistants to work across a range of specialist and mainstream schools in the Newcastle area. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who are passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs. You will be supporting pupils with ASD, SEMH, MLD and complex learning needs, helping them engage in learning while providing emotional and behavioural support within the classroom. This role offers the chance to work within local schools, providing consistency, structure and the opportunity to make a real difference in pupils’ education and development. Responsibilities: Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with additional needs Support emotional regulation, engagement and behaviour management Work closely with teachers and SENCOs to follow individual support plans Assist with classroom learning, daily routines and transitions Help create a calm, safe and supportive learning environment...

We're recruiting Unqualified SEND Teaching Assistants to support children with severe, profound and complex learning and physical needs, including complex autism. This role is ideal for people with transferable skills from care, healthcare, support work, or personal experience and for those looking to transition into education. What You'll Be Doing -Providing one-to-one and small-group support to help pupils engage in learning -Supporting personal care, including toileting and changing -Assisting with mobility and physical needs, including wheelchair transfers and hoisting -Delivering sensory-based and play-based activities tailored to each child -Working alongside teachers, therapists and medical professionals to keep children safe, comfortable and included Who This Role Is Perfect For This role is ideal if you have experience as a: -Care Assistant or Support Worker -Healthcare Assistant -Nursery or Early Years Practitioner -Residential Support Worker -Family Carer or...

Teaching Personnel is the largest education agency operating across England and Wales. We are working closely with primary schools based in Bath and are looking for multiple Teaching Assistants with various backgrounds such as: sports coaching, youth work, support work and those who have worked in mainstream, alternative provisions and SEN settings, as examples.  As a SEN teaching assistant you will assist children’s academic, social and emotional development. You will follow direction from the class teacher and work collaboratively with other learning professionals. You can expect the following: Weekly pay Working hours 08:30am – 15:30pm, Monday – Friday, term time only Purpose built facilities including sensory rooms and circuits, gardens, hydrotherapy, forest school, and soft play areas Support children with autism, ADHD, Down syndrome, global delay, physical disabilities or medical conditions, mental health difficulties, behavioural difficulties Ofsted rated ‘good’ and...

NYKays are seeking dedicated and caring PMLD Support Teaching Assistants to work with children and young people with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) in primary and secondary school settings. This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about providing high-quality, person-centred support to pupils with complex needs, helping them access education in a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment. The Role * Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with PMLD * Support pupils with complex physical, sensory, medical, and communication needs * Assist with personal care, feeding, and mobility (training provided where required) * Support communication using AAC, PECS, symbols, and sensory-based approaches * Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, therapists, and medical professionals * Follow EHCP targets and personalised learning plans * Promote dignity, independence, and wellbeing at all times About You * Experience supporting...

Teaching Assistants Location: Norwich, Norfolk Start Date: After Easter 2026 Contract: Full-Time, Long Term Setting: Further Education (FE) Are you an enthusiastic and supportive Teaching Assistant looking for your next role after Easter? We are currently recruiting Teaching Assistants to join a thriving Further Education College located in the Norwich area of Norfolk. This is an excellent opportunity to support learners aged 16+ across a wide range of curriculum areas. As a Teaching Assistant within the FE setting, you will: · Provide 1:1 and small-group support to students with a variety of learning needs · Support learners across vocational, academic, and foundation programmes · Assist teaching staff with lesson delivery and classroom management · Promote independence, engagement, and positive learning behaviours · Contribute to a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment · Work collaboratively with tutors, SEN teams, and pastoral staff We would love to...

Additional Needs Learning Mentor – Bath Full-Time | Term-Time Only | Long-Term and Permanent Roles Available Immediate Starts | Supporting Students with SEN, SEMH and Additional Needs Are you passionate about supporting young people with additional needs to overcome barriers to learning? We are recruiting Additional Needs Learning Mentors to work in supportive schools across the Bath area, helping students with SEN, SEMH, Autism, ADHD, communication difficulties, learning needs and behavioural challenges. This role is ideal for anyone who is caring, resilient, and motivated to help students thrive both emotionally and academically. If you have experience in youth work, care roles, mentoring, coaching, support work, or working with vulnerable young people, your skills will be highly valued in this role. Key Responsibilities Provide one-to-one and small-group support tailored to students with additional needs Build strong, trusting relationships to promote engagement, confidence...

Mentor - Alternative Provision (Blackpool) Location: Blackpool, Lancashire (FY Postcode Area) Salary £92.89 - £125.89 per day (Dependent on experience) Job Type: Full-time, Term-time only Category: Education / Social Care / Youth Work Start Date: Immediate / April 2026 Are you a positive role model ready to change lives in Blackpool? We are looking for a resilient, empathetic, and driven Mentor to join our dedicated team within an Alternative Provision in Blackpool. This is a specialist environment supporting young people who have been excluded from mainstream education or require a bespoke learning pathway due to SEMH needs. Whether you are a qualified Mentor with a background in youth work or an unqualified individual with the life experience and "grit" to connect with disengaged transition-age pupils, we want to hear from you. The Role: What You'll Be Doing One-to-One Mentoring: Building high-impact, trusting relationships with students to improve their engagement with...

Behaviour Mentor – SEMH School Bradford Full time – Temp to perm PK Education are currently recruiting Behaviour Mentors and SEMH Support Staff to work within specialist provisions and mainstream schools supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and challenging behaviour. These roles are ideal for individuals who have experience working in structured, disciplined or behaviour-focused environments and are looking to transfer their skills into education to positively impact young people’s lives. We are particularly keen to hear from candidates with backgrounds in: Ex-Military / Armed Forces Ex-Police Officers Probation Officers Youth Justice Workers Prison Officers Youth Workers Sports Coaches Residential Support Workers Psychology or Criminology Graduates Many of the pupils you will support require strong role models who can provide structure, consistency and positive behaviour support. Your ability to build trust, maintain boundaries and...

Children’s Residential Support Worker (School-Based) Location: Blackburn Start Date: After May Half Term (Summer Term) Hours: Full Time, Monday – Friday A welcoming and nurturing primary school in Blackburn is looking for a dedicated Children’s Residential Support Worker to join the team for the Summer Term, starting after May half term. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a lovely, supportive school environment helping children with complex and additional needs thrive during the school day. The Role You will work closely with teaching staff and the wider pastoral team to support pupils with a range of complex needs, including social, emotional, behavioural, and additional learning needs. Your role will focus on providing consistent, compassionate support to help pupils feel safe, engaged, and ready to learn. Key Responsibilities Supporting children with complex and additional needs throughout the school day Providing emotional and behavioural support in class and...