60 special needs teaching assistant jobs found in Barnstaple

Become a Valued Special Needs Teaching Assistant in Barnstaple! Are you driven by a desire to positively impact the lives of young people? Do you possess the patience, compassion, and commitment to support students with special needs? If yes, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Position: Special Needs Teaching Assistant Location: Special Needs School, Barnstaple Age Group: Secondary-Aged Pupils About the Role: We are in search of a dedicated and empathetic Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join our team in Barnstaple. Our school serves secondary-aged students with a variety of special educational needs, including: Autism Asperger's Syndrome ADHD Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD) Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) As a Teaching Assistant, you will be instrumental in providing personalized support to our students, fostering an environment where they can thrive and achieve their best. Key Responsibilities: Assisting...

Become a Valued Special Needs Teaching Assistant in Barnstaple! Are you driven by a desire to positively impact the lives of young people? Do you possess the patience, compassion, and commitment to support students with special needs? If yes, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Position: Special Needs Teaching Assistant Location: Special Needs School, Barnstaple Age Group: Secondary-Aged Pupils About the Role: We are in search of a dedicated and empathetic Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join our team in Barnstaple. Our school serves secondary-aged students with a variety of special educational needs, including: Autism Asperger's Syndrome ADHD Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD) Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) As a Teaching Assistant, you will be instrumental in providing personalized support to our students, fostering an environment where they can thrive and achieve their best. Key Responsibilities: Assisting...

Job Opportunity: Special Needs Teaching Assistant in Barnstaple Are you passionate about helping children with special educational needs succeed? Do you want to play an important role in their educational journey? We have an exciting opportunity for you at a school in Barnstaple! Position: Special Needs Teaching Assistant Location: Barnstaple Salary: £92.63-£100 per day Job Type: Full-time Key Responsibilities: Provide dedicated support to students with special educational needs (SEN) in the classroom. Work alongside the teacher to create a positive and inclusive learning environment. Assist with students’ academic, social, and emotional development, ensuring each child can reach their potential. Develop supportive relationships with students, helping build their confidence and independence. Provide assistance with any personal or medical care needs, when required. Requirements: A compassionate, patient, and supportive approach to working with children. Experience with SEN...

Job Title: Special Needs School Educator** **Location:** Tiverton, UK Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with special needs? Join our team at a reputable special needs school in Tiverton, where every day brings new opportunities to inspire, support, and empower these exceptional individuals. **Role Overview:** - **Position:** Special Needs School Educator - **Location:** Tiverton, UK - **Pay Rate:** £92.63 - £95 per day - **Contact:** Alec Stott, (url removed), (phone number removed) **Responsibilities:** - Provide individualized support to students with diverse learning needs. - Implement tailored educational plans and adapt teaching methods to accommodate various abilities. - Foster a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment that promotes growth and development. - Collaborate with colleagues, parents, and support staff to ensure holistic care and progress for students. - Maintain accurate records and communicate student...

Special Needs Teaching Assistant Exeter Start date: Flexible Salary: £100-£105 a day, depending on experience Do you want to work in a supportive, nurturing environment? Do you have experience working with children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities? Have you previously worked in an educational setting? TeacherActive are proud to be working with a SEND/Special Educational Needs and Disabilities School in Exeter. The school welcome children from aged four to nineteen and support those with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and other moderate to severe Learning Difficulties.  The school is looking to take on a Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistants on a temporary to permanent basis, working with both primary and secondary aged school children on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.  Requirements: 6 months experience in an education or care environment. Experience of working with SEND children or children with autism.  Experience working with...

Job Title: Special Needs Teaching Assistant Location: Taunton Pay: £90-£95 per day Contact: Alec Stott Email: (url removed) Phone: (phone number removed) Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children with special needs? We are seeking a dedicated Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join our team in Taunton. You will be working in a school that caters to children with learning difficulties, autism, Down's syndrome, and ADHD. Key Responsibilities: Provide tailored support to students with learning difficulties, autism, Down's syndrome, and ADHD. Assist in the development and implementation of individualized education plans (IEPs). Support the classroom teacher in creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment. Help students with daily tasks and activities, promoting independence and confidence. Implement behaviour management strategies to support student engagement and progress. Monitor and record student progress, communicating...

Job Title: Special Needs Teaching Assistant Location: Taunton Pay: £92.63-£95 per day Contact: Alec Stott Email: (url removed) Phone: (phone number removed) Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children with special needs? We are seeking a dedicated Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join our team in Taunton. You will be working in a school that caters to children with learning difficulties, autism, Down's syndrome, and ADHD. Key Responsibilities: Provide tailored support to students with learning difficulties, autism, Down's syndrome, and ADHD. Assist in the development and implementation of individualized education plans (IEPs). Support the classroom teacher in creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment. Help students with daily tasks and activities, promoting independence and confidence. Implement behaviour management strategies to support student engagement and progress. Monitor and record student progress, communicating...

Special Needs Teaching Assistant (Term-Time) – Torquay Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and young people with additional needs? We’re recruiting a Special Needs Teaching Assistant to support a specialist school in Torquay. This role offers a fulfilling opportunity to work closely with pupils who have a range of special educational needs, helping them to access learning, develop skills and thrive in a safe, supportive environment. Location: Torquay (specialist setting supporting pupils with SEN) ⏰ Hours: 8:55am – 3:25pm, Monday to Friday (term-time) Pay: £80 – £90 per day (based on experience) – 6 hours per day (30 min unpaid lunch) Contact: (url removed) Call: (phone number removed) About the Role As a Special Needs Teaching Assistant you will: Support pupils’ learning: Assist classroom teachers by helping pupils access lessons, participate in activities, and work towards their individual goals. Adapt and deliver support: Help...

Special Needs Teaching Assistant (Term-Time) – Torquay Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and young people with additional needs? We’re recruiting a Special Needs Teaching Assistant to support a specialist school in Torquay. This role offers a fulfilling opportunity to work closely with pupils who have a range of special educational needs, helping them to access learning, develop skills and thrive in a safe, supportive environment. Location: Torquay (specialist setting supporting pupils with SEN) ⏰ Hours: 8:55am – 3:25pm, Monday to Friday (term-time) Pay: £18,062.85 – £18,525 6 hours per day (30 min unpaid lunch) Contact: (url removed) Call: (phone number removed) About the Role As a Special Needs Teaching Assistant you will: Support pupils’ learning: Assist classroom teachers by helping pupils access lessons, participate in activities, and work towards their individual goals. Adapt and deliver support: Help adapt learning materials...

Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant Location: North Devon Start Date: ASAP Full Time Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs in a nurturing, inclusive environment? Do you have experience working with SEND students and want to make a lasting difference in their education? Have you worked in a secondary school setting before? TeacherActive is excited to be working with a supportive and welcoming school in North Devon that is looking to appoint a full-time SEND Teaching Assistant. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a committed team who go above and beyond to ensure every child has the opportunity to reach their full potential. The successful SEND Teaching Assistant will support students on a 1:1 basis or in small groups, helping with classroom engagement, emotional regulation, and learning. This role will suit someone with a calm, patient and adaptable approach who is committed to inclusive education. The successful SEND Teaching...

Psychology Graduates – SEN Teaching Assistant Location: Taunton Salary: £93 – £110 per day (depending on experience and qualifications) Start Date: September 2026 About the Role Connex Education is recruiting psychology students and graduates who are looking to gain hands-on experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) within mainstream primary schools across Taunton and the surrounding areas from September 2026. This opportunity is ideal for psychology graduates, aspiring educational psychologists, clinical psychologists, child psychologists, therapists, counsellors, teachers, or individuals looking to build experience in education, SEND, mental health, child development, or behaviour support. This is a highly rewarding role for graduates who want to apply their understanding of child development, behaviour, learning, and wellbeing in a real school setting while making a meaningful difference in children’s educational journeys. Key...

An exciting opportunity has arisen for dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to work in a new special educational needs (SEN) school in the Rhondda Cynon Taf Local Education Authority. This role is suitable for individuals with experience in supporting learners with a range of additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), Global Delay Disorder and challenging behaviour. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three months' experience working with children in schools, nurseries, or childcare settings, with a keen understanding of SEN requirements. Registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC) is essential, and an enhanced DBS check on the update service or willingness to obtain one is required. Candidates should possess strong behaviour management skills and be committed to supporting inclusive learning environments. Key responsibilities include: * Supporting and...

Are you an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant seeking a rewarding new opportunity? Do you have experience supporting children with additional learning needs? Are you confident in using your initiative to manage classroom situations independently? TeacherActive is delighted to partner with a community-focused Primary School in Treorchy. Renowned throughout the county for its excellent reputation and modern facilities, this school operates on a simple ethos: when children feel happy and safe, they achieve their full learning potential. It offers a warm, inclusive environment supported by a dedicated team of staff who ensure everyone feels valued and at home. This is an exceptional chance to join one of the finest primary schools in the borough. About the Role The school is seeking a flexible Teaching Assistant (TA) for regular weekly work. The successful candidate will be expected to work across various phases, from the nursery and Key Stage 2 to the school’s Special Resource Base...

SEN Teaching Assistant – Pentre, Rhondda Cynon Taf Are you an experienced and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant looking to make a positive impact within a special school environment? We are seeking passionate professionals to join a well-established school in the Pentre area of Rhondda Cynon Taf. This SEN Teaching Assistant role offers an excellent opportunity to support learners with diverse needs, including autism spectrum disorder (ASD), global developmental delay, and other special educational needs (SEN). Key Responsibilities: * Support and supervise students with ASD, PDA, Global Delay, and challenging behaviours. * Assist learners during the start and end of the school day, ensuring a smooth transition. * Help prepare classrooms for lessons and support staff with organising resources. * Work closely with learners on a 1:1 basis or in small groups to promote engagement and learning. * Support the delivery of lessons alongside the class teacher and help...

SEN Teaching Assistant / Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant Cardiff Salary: £85.50 - £92.63 per day Start date: Immediate Start Do you enjoy supporting and developing children? Do you have an enthusiastic and bubbly personality? An outstanding school based in Cardiff have an opportunity arising for Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistants. The role will entail working 1:1 with a child with challenging behaviour. ALN experience is required. The ideal SEN TA / Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant should have the following: Level 2 or 3 qualified and/or a minimum of 6 months’ experience in an educational establishment A calm, patient and caring personal Good communication skills A good understanding of child protection and safeguarding guidelines Experience in working with supporting students in their education on a 1:1 and a small group basis Successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced Child DBS disclosure and provide at least 2...

SEN Teaching Assistant – Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to work in a special educational needs (SEN) school in the South East Wales region. This role is suitable for individuals with experience in supporting learners with a range of additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), Global Delay Disorder and challenging behaviour. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three months' experience working with children in schools, nurseries, or childcare settings, with a keen understanding of SEN requirements. Registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC) is essential, and an enhanced DBS check on the update service or willingness to obtain one is required. Candidates should possess strong behaviour management skills and be committed to supporting inclusive learning environments. Key responsibilities...

Simply Education are recruiting Outdoor and Classroom Teaching Assistants for a welcoming specialist SEN setting in the Chard area. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) through both outdoor learning and classroom-based support within a unique, nature-rich environment featuring extensive outdoor spaces, including a pond and woodland-style learning areas. We are currently recruiting for both Outdoor Teaching Assistants and Class-Based Teaching Assistants. The Role You will support pupils across both indoor and outdoor settings, helping them access learning, build confidence, and develop independence. Working closely with teachers and support staff, you will contribute to a nurturing and highly personalised learning environment. No two days are the same - this is a rewarding role for someone who enjoys variety, teamwork, and making a real impact. Key Responsibilities Supporting 1:1 and small...

SEN Teaching Assistant – Primary School – Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taf Are you passionate about making a positive impact in children's lives? We are seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a leading specialist provider working within a vibrant primary school in Aberdare. This full-time, long-term position offers a rewarding opportunity to support children with complex learning difficulties in a nurturing and inclusive environment. Key Responsibilities * Provide general classroom support to enhance learning experiences for all pupils * Work closely with the Class Teacher to develop engaging, inclusive lesson plans * Support children with very complex learning needs, tailoring approaches to meet individual requirements * Assist with behavioural and emotional support strategies * Foster a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment * Promote positive relationships with children, staff, and parents Candidate Requirements * Previous experience...

Specialist ALN Teaching Assistant – Aberdare, South Wales We are recruiting experienced and dedicated ALN Teaching Assistants to join a reputable provider supporting learners with additional needs in Aberdare. This role offers an excellent opportunity for professionals passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with special educational needs (SEN). The successful candidate will play a vital role in creating a positive and inclusive learning environment, supporting children with diverse needs such as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), Global Delay Disorder, and challenging behaviour. As an ALN Teaching Assistant, you will support learners on a 1:1 basis or in small groups, assist with classroom organisation, and work closely with teaching staff to deliver personalised learning plans. Key Responsibilities: * Support and supervise learners with ASD, PDA, Global Delay Disorder, or challenging behaviour * Assist learners...

SEN Teaching Assistant – Full Time £93.00 per day Are you a caring and patient individual who is passionate about supporting children with special educational needs? One of our partnership schools in Merthyr is looking for a full-time SEN Teaching Assistant to join their friendly and supportive team. About the Role: As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will: • Provide 1:1 and small group support for children with additional learning needs (ALN), including Autism, ADHD, and other complex needs • Work alongside the class teacher to deliver tailored learning and behaviour support • Manage behaviour positively and promote inclusion within the classroom • Support pupils’ social, emotional, and educational development Who can apply? We are looking for individuals who: • Have a genuine passion for supporting children with SEN • Are patient, nurturing, and able to build strong relationships • Have experience in education or transferable skills from related sectors (desirable but...