733 special needs teaching assistant jobs found

SEN Teaching Assistant - Bolton We are currently seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to work in a supportive school in Bolton. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone passionate about supporting pupils with special educational needs and helping them reach their full potential. Location: Bolton Pay: £103.95 - £110 per day Start: Immediate / ASAP Type: Full-time (term-time) The Role: Support pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) within the classroom Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to provide tailored support Provide 1:1 and small group assistance to pupils with additional needs Help create an inclusive and positive learning environment Support students with learning, emotional, or behavioural needs Requirements: Previous SEN experience in a school or similar setting Strong communication skills and patience Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply) A genuine...

We are seeking a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join the team at a group of inclusive schools in Lambeth, supporting children and young people aged 4–16 across Primary, Secondary, and specialist ASD settings. This is a full-time position working in welcoming, well-resourced schools that are committed to providing a high-quality, nurturing education for all pupils—including those with autism, learning difficulties, and additional needs. You will be: Supporting or delivering teaching across a range of key stages (EYFS to KS4) Working collaboratively with experienced teachers, SEN professionals, and therapy teams Helping pupils develop key skills in communication, independence, and emotional regulation Engaging with individualised learning plans and autism-specific approaches Playing a key role in schools that prioritise creativity, wellbeing, and inclusive education  We are looking for someone who is proactive, patient, and genuinely passionate about supporting children...

We are seeking a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join the team at a specialist school for children and young people aged 4–16 with autism and severe learning difficulties (SLD) in Southwark. This is a full-time position working in a highly supportive, inclusive environment where the focus is on personalised, high-quality education and meaningful progress for every pupil. You will be: Supporting or delivering teaching across a range of developmental levels (EYFS to KS4) Working closely with experienced SEN professionals, therapists, and family support teams Helping pupils develop communication, independence, and emotional regulation Engaging with an autism-specific curriculum, tailored to meet individual needs Contributing to a school community that values creativity, nurture, and inclusive practice  Candidates must be proactive, patient, and motivated by a genuine commitment to improving outcomes for children with complex needs. Prior SEN experience is highly desirable,...

We are seeking a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join the team at a specialist school for children and young people aged 4–16 with autism and severe learning difficulties (SLD) in Hackney This is a full-time position working in a highly supportive, inclusive environment where the focus is on personalised, high-quality education and meaningful progress for every pupil. You will be: Supporting or delivering teaching across a range of developmental levels (EYFS to KS4) Working closely with experienced SEN professionals, therapists, and family support teams Helping pupils develop communication, independence, and emotional regulation Engaging with an autism-specific curriculum, tailored to meet individual needs Contributing to a school community that values creativity, nurture, and inclusive practice  Candidates must be proactive, patient, and motivated by a genuine commitment to improving outcomes for children with complex needs. Prior SEN experience is highly desirable, but...

A SEN school in Merton is looking for a Special Needs Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) to support a class of pupils with needs inclusive of Autism (ASD) and communication challenges (SLCN). Position details: Special Needs Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) to start ASAP Long-term and scope to go permanent, based on your performance Hours are 8:30 am-4:00 pm  The successful Special Needs Teaching Assistant will have: At least 3 months experience supporting special and additional needs, especially Autism, and SEMH (social emotional mental health) needs with associated behavioural challenges. A background and/or keen interest in Psychology, Mental Health, and Therapeutic Intervention.  If this sounds like you, please apply with your CV today! UCM Education specialises in placing teachers and support staff in schools and nurseries throughout the UK. Due to the number of applications, we receive for job posts, we cannot contact all unsuccessful applicants. We are an Equal Opportunities...

Specialist Teaching Assistant (SLCN) - Autism Support 📍 Shepherd's Bush, London 📅 Full-time | Long-term role 💷 £85-£105 per day (depending on experience) We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN) Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Shepherd's Bush. This is a full-time, long-term role supporting a non-verbal child with autism, starting as soon as possible. The Role Provide tailored one-to-one support for a non-verbal child with autism. Use specialist strategies to promote communication, interaction, and engagement. Implement Speech and Language Therapy programmes in collaboration with external specialists. Support the child's learning, social development, and emotional well-being within the classroom and during wider school activities. Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and parents to ensure consistent, targeted support. About You Proven experience supporting children with autism and...

Specialist Behaviour Provision | Upper Primary | Ages 8–13 Are you confident supporting children who need structure, consistency and encouragement? A small specialist setting in Ilfracombe is recruiting Learning Mentors to work with pupils aged 8–13 who struggle in mainstream education due to behavioural needs and diagnosed or undiagnosed additional learning needs. Class sizes are small, and staff work collaboratively to provide tailored learning pathways. Key Duties: Supporting pupils with engagement in lessons Delivering small-group intervention work Providing consistent behavioural boundaries Supporting reintegration goals What We’re Looking For: School or alternative provision experience Strong behaviour management skills Ability to build rapport quickly Youth work or mentoring background welcome Pay: £88.99 – £95 per day Apply today: (url removed) (phone number removed) All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with...

Location: Bracknell 💼 Contract: Full-time or part-time, term-time only 🕓 Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4pm 📅 Start Date: ASAP 💰 Pay: £88-£115 per day   ❓ Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs to reach their full potential? Do you want to make a real difference in a nurturing and inclusive SEN school environment?   🏫 About the School We are a friendly, inclusive Bracknell school committed to providing high-quality education for children with special educational needs (SEN). Our pupils have a range of additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), speech and language difficulties, social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) challenges, and learning disabilities. As a Special Needs Teaching Assistant, you’ll join a dedicated team of teachers and support staff to create a safe, engaging, and supportive environment where every child can thrive.   🎯 Your Role As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will: 🤝 Support pupils 1:1 or in small...

Location: Reading 💼 Contract: Full-time, term-time only 🕓 Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4pm 📅 Start Date: ASAP 💰 Pay: £88–£115   ❓ Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs to reach their full potential? 🏫 About the School  A friendly and inclusive specialist school near Reading is seeking a caring and dedicated Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team. The school is proud of its nurturing ethos and commitment to ensuring every child can succeed. They provide a positive, inclusive environment where pupils are encouraged to develop confidence, independence, and a love of learning. You will be working with children who have Special Educational Needs (SEN), including autism, speech and language difficulties, or social, emotional, and mental health needs (SEMH), helping them to access learning and reach their full potential. 🎯 Your Role As an Special Needs Teaching Assistant, you will: 🤝 Provide 1:1 or small-group...

Location: Newbury 💼 Contract: Full-time, term-time only 🕓 Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4pm 📅 Start Date: ASAP 💰 Pay: £88–£115   ❓ Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs to reach their full potential? 🏫 About the School  A friendly and inclusive specialist school near Newbury is seeking a caring and dedicated Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team. The school is proud of its nurturing ethos and commitment to ensuring every child can succeed. They provide a positive, inclusive environment where pupils are encouraged to develop confidence, independence, and a love of learning. You will be working with children who have Special Educational Needs (SEN), including autism, speech and language difficulties, or social, emotional, and mental health needs (SEMH), helping them to access learning and reach their full potential. 🎯 Your Role As an Special Needs Teaching Assistant, you will: 🤝 Provide 1:1 or small-group...

Academics, local education agency are hiring: Special Needs Teaching Assistant Primary School work to work across South Yorkshire. Full/part time roles available and flexible supply roles. Helping Education and Training across Sheffield. Roles to start March 2026 onwards. Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children with additional needs? Do you have the compassion, patience, & dedication to support individuals in achieving their full potential? We are looking for Special Needs Teaching Assistants Primary to join our caring, committed team of supply staff here at Academics. This is more than just a job. It's an opportunity to be part of something meaningful & provide consistency to local schools. The role is temporary and working across Primary schools in & acros Sheffield. About the Role: To support class teacher, promoting students independence & wellbeing. No two days are the same. From helping with daily routines &...

Special Needs Teaching Assistant required to support two Year 1 students with ASD. The role involves providing 1:1 support to two children across the school day. Morning : Working with a child who requires a proactive, energetic and engaging approach to help them stay focused an on task. The successful candidate will use creativity, patience and positivity to make learning enjoyable and accessible. Afternoon : Working witha child who would benefit from calm, consistent support and somebody who can recognise triggers, understand behavioural traits linked to ASD, and able to implement strategies to maintain engagement and emottional regulation. Are you that Special Needs Teaching Assistant that has a passion to support children with Special Educational Needs and make a difference to a young life. Responsibilities: * Provide 1-1 support to two children with ASD. * Implement individual education plans (IEPs) and behaviour support strategies. * Support pupils with communication,...

Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant - Milnrow Milnrow £103.95 - £110 per day Full-time We are currently seeking an experienced and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school in Milnrow. This is a rewarding opportunity for a passionate individual who is committed to making a real difference in the lives of children with additional needs. The Role: Supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs on a 1:1 basis and in small groups Assisting the class teacher in delivering tailored learning plans Promoting positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing Supporting pupils with a range of needs, including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, and learning difficulties Helping to create a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment Requirements: Minimum 1 year of experience working as an SEN Teaching Assistant (or in a similar SEN support role) Experience supporting children with additional needs Strong behaviour management skills A patient, empathetic, and...

Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant - Littleborough Littleborough £103.95 - £110 per day Full-time We are currently seeking an experienced and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school in Littleborough. This is a rewarding opportunity for a passionate individual who is committed to making a real difference in the lives of children with additional needs. The Role: Supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs on a 1:1 basis and in small groups Assisting the class teacher in delivering tailored learning plans Promoting positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing Supporting pupils with a range of needs, including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, and learning difficulties Helping to create a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment Requirements: Minimum 1 year of experience working as an SEN Teaching Assistant (or in a similar SEN support role) Experience supporting children with additional needs Strong behaviour management skills A patient,...

Specialist SEND School | Ages 3–11 Are you passionate about making a difference in the early stages of a child’s education? A specialist primary-age SEND setting in Barnstaple is seeking dedicated Learning Support Assistants to support pupils aged 3–11 with a range of additional needs including Autism (ASC), Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD) and communication needs. This nurturing and structured environment focuses heavily on routine, visual learning strategies and sensory regulation. The Role: Supporting pupils 1:1 and in small groups Assisting with communication and speech interventions Encouraging social development and emotional regulation Working closely with teachers, therapists and SEN specialists The Ideal Candidate: Experience working in schools or specialist settings Patient, calm and adaptable approach Understanding of Autism and communication needs desirable Team Teach training beneficial but not essential Pay: £88.99 – £95 per day To apply or find out...

Special Needs Teaching Assistant Location: Openshaw, Manchester Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:00pm Contract: Full Time Start Date: ASAP A supportive and inclusive Primary School in Openshaw is looking to appoint a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time basis. This role involves working closely with pupils who require additional support to access learning and thrive within a structured school environment. The school has a strong focus on inclusion and provides a nurturing setting where pupils with additional needs are supported both academically and emotionally. About the Role As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will: Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with additional needs Assist in implementing individual education and behaviour support plans Support pupils with social, emotional, and communication development Work collaboratively with the class teacher and SENCO Help create a calm, consistent and positive learning environment...

Special Needs Teaching Assistant Location: Little Lever, Bolton Position: Full Time | Monday-Friday Hours: 8:30am-3:30pm Start Date: ASAP A welcoming Primary School in Little Lever, Bolton is seeking a compassionate and proactive Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join their team. This is a full-time opportunity for someone who is passionate about inclusive education and supporting pupils with additional needs to reach their full potential. The Opportunity You will play a key role in supporting children with a range of special educational needs within the classroom setting. This may include working 1:1 with a specific pupil or supporting small groups, helping to adapt learning so that all children can access the curriculum confidently. This role would suit someone patient, nurturing and confident in supporting pupils with additional needs such as Autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, or social, emotional and mental health needs. Key Responsibilities Provide...

We are seeking a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join the team at a group of inclusive schools in Lambeth, supporting children and young people aged 4–16 across Primary, Secondary, and specialist ASD settings. This is a full-time position working in welcoming, well-resourced schools that are committed to providing a high-quality, nurturing education for all pupils—including those with autism, learning difficulties, and additional needs. You will be: Supporting or delivering teaching across a range of key stages (EYFS to KS4) Working collaboratively with experienced teachers, SEN professionals, and therapy teams Helping pupils develop key skills in communication, independence, and emotional regulation Engaging with individualised learning plans and autism-specific approaches Playing a key role in schools that prioritise creativity, wellbeing, and inclusive education  We are looking for someone who is proactive, patient, and genuinely passionate about supporting children...

We are looking for a proactive, confident, and committed Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our hospital school team in Southwark, supporting children and adolescents with complex mental health needs This is a full-time position working within a highly specialised and supportive environment, where your work will make a meaningful difference every day. You will be: Supporting teaching and learning within the primary classroom Assisting across the wider school, including with adolescent students where necessary Attending Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) meetings and other school meetings Expected to manage high levels of administration (training will be provided on hospital systems) Working collaboratively with clinicians, therapists, and teaching staff  A Psychology graduate or someone with a psychology background is highly desirable due to the nature of the setting. Candidates must be calm under pressure, flexible, and passionate about supporting young people’s...

We are seeking a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join the team at a specialist school for children and young people aged 4–16 with autism and severe learning difficulties (SLD) in Southwark. This is a full-time position working in a highly supportive, inclusive environment where the focus is on personalised, high-quality education and meaningful progress for every pupil. You will be: Supporting or delivering teaching across a range of developmental levels (EYFS to KS4) Working closely with experienced SEN professionals, therapists, and family support teams Helping pupils develop communication, independence, and emotional regulation Engaging with an autism-specific curriculum, tailored to meet individual needs Contributing to a school community that values creativity, nurture, and inclusive practice  Candidates must be proactive, patient, and motivated by a genuine commitment to improving outcomes for children with complex needs. Prior SEN experience is highly desirable,...