8 send teaching assistant jobs found in Plymouth

SEND Teaching Assistant Location: Cornwall Start Date: ASAP Salary: £90 - £110 per day Contract: Full-time, term-time, temp-to-perm potential About the Role: SEND Inclusion Support are recruiting on behalf of one of our partner schools in Cornwall for dedicated SEND Teaching Assistants. The school supports pupils with PMLD, pre-verbal communication needs, and Autism (ASD). Classes are small—typically around six pupils—allowing for highly individualised support and strong relationships. Key Responsibilities: * Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with complex SEND needs * Support personalised learning plans and sensory-based activities * Assist with physical and personal care where required * Work closely with teachers, therapists, and the wider staff team * Help maintain a safe, calm, and structured learning environment Requirements: * Experience in SEND settings, particularly PMLD, ASD, or complex communication...

Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant Location: Exeter Start Date: January  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 Exeter 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 Assistant...

Graduate Opportunities – Teaching Assistant Roles Supporting SEND Students Location: Plymouth Contract: Full-time or part-time, flexible supply work Start Date: September 2025 Pay: £90–£100 per day (inclusive of holiday pay) Are you a recent graduate looking to gain valuable skills and experience working with children and young people? Are you passionate about making a difference and supporting others? Five Education is recruiting enthusiastic and caring graduates to work as Teaching Assistants in mainstream and special schools, providing support to children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). This is a fantastic opportunity to: Build experience working with children and young people Develop skills that are transferable across sectors – including education, social care, psychology, youth work, and more Make a meaningful impact on the lives of children who need extra support to thrive About the role: Support students in class with learning,...

Five Education Plymouth are seeking a qualified, passionate, and resilient Teacher to join a busy SEND school in Plymouth from September. The role is open to teachers of any length experience, as long as they are confident and passionate when it comes to working with SEN. This is a challenging but rewarding opportunity to work with an all-through school who have students that have been excluded or are at risk of exclusion from mainstream education. Many of the students present with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, and some may have additional diagnoses such as ASD, ADHD, or trauma-related behaviours. The Role: - Deliver engaging and accessible lessons across a variety of subjects - Adapt teaching strategies to support pupils with complex behavioural and emotional needs - Build strong, trusting relationships and model positive behaviour - Work collaboratively with TAs, therapists, and senior leadership - Contribute to a trauma-informed, inclusive and restorative...

At Tradewind Recruitment, we're proud to be one of the UK's leading education recruitment specialists. Our team is passionate about placing skilled and caring professionals in roles that truly make a difference - especially within the world of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). We are currently recruiting PMLD (Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties) Teaching Assistants to work in specialist SEN schools across North Somerset. What you'll be doing: As a PMLD Teaching Assistant, you will support children and young people with Profound and Multiple Learning Needs. These learners have complex needs so often require a high level of personal care and support with communication, mobility and sensory processing. You will work as part of a skilled and supportive team, helping to create a safe, engaging and nurturing environment where pupils can thrive. Core responsibilities: * Supporting pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties on a 1:1 or small...

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant Location: South Gloucestershire Contract Type: Flexible / Supply SEN Teaching Assistant - South Gloucestershire Tradewind Recruitment work in partnership with several specialist SEN schools across South Gloucestershire to recruit an experienced SEN Teaching Assistants. These are flexible supply roles, with the opportunity to work across a variety of specialist settings in the local area. For the right SEN Teaching Assistants, these schools can offer long term roles with the view to become permanent team members! These schools support children and young people with complex needs, including SEMH, autism, ADHD, speech and language needs and associated learning difficulties. Pupils may present with high levels of dysregulation, emotionally driven behaviour, sensory needs and difficulties with trust, communication and engagement. Consistency, patience and strong relational practice are central to the school's approaches. The Role: As an SEN...

Job Details Job Type: Temporary Location: Plymouth Start Date: September Contact Name: Brett Spearing Contact Email: (url removed) Contact Phone: (phone number removed) Job Description An excellent, well established school in Plymouth is looking for people who have experience supporting children with SEMH and ASC. If you have worked with children, young people or vulnerable adults who display challenging behaviour then this could be the role for you.  You will need to be an excellent communicator with lots of resilience and patience. You might have a qualification in childcare, education, early years or supporting teaching and learning.  The ability to demonstrate experience supporting those with Autism or behaviour difficulties is very much in demand. The school needs people who can commit to 5 days a week. If you are experienced and able to work full time this would be the perfect opportunity. The rate is paid daily at £90 per day, inclusive of holiday pay. This will be a...

About Courtlands Primary School Courtlands Primary School is a nurturing and inclusive learning community dedicated to providing every child with the opportunity to achieve their full potential. We pride ourselves on our supportive ethos, strong partnerships with families, and commitment to meeting the needs of all learners, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). We are seeking an enthusiastic, compassionate and skilled SEN Teacher to join our dedicated team and make a lasting difference in the lives of our pupils. Purpose of the Role The SEN Teacher will plan, deliver and evaluate high-quality teaching and learning experiences for pupils with a range of additional needs. Working closely with the school’s SENCO, teaching assistants, and external professionals, you will ensure that all children receive the tailored support they need to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally. Key Responsibilities Deliver differentiated and engaging...