816 special needs assistant jobs found

Special Needs Assistant Primary SEN School, Waterlooville Temp to Perm Contract Academics are seeking an experienced and empathetic Special Needs Assistant to join a lovely Primary SEN School in the Waterlooville area of Hampshire to start ASAP. This is a full-time, term-time,temp to perm contract. The successful Special Needs Assistant must have experience of working with primary aged children with special educational needs including autism, challenging behaviour and communication difficulties. Suitable Special Needs Assistant's will: Have recent experience of supporting in a school setting, ideally within an SEN school Have a childcare/education related qualification e.g. CACHE3/NVQ3 in Childcare or care Have experience of working with children with SEN/challenging behaviour Be able to show good behaviour management skills, whilst remaining calm. Be available full-time Ideally be based in the local area or happy to travel to Waterlooville for work. Be friendly and open to...

Special Needs Teaching Assistant (Physical Disabilities) Location: South Birmingham (Primary School) Contract: Long-term, Full-time The Role We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to provide 1-to-1 support for a bright, determined primary pupil with physical disabilities. This isn't just about "helping"-it's about empowering a child to navigate their school day with confidence, ensuring they have full access to the curriculum and school life. What you'll be doing: Providing tailored 1:1 classroom support to help the pupil engage with lessons. Assisting with mobility and personal care (training provided where necessary). Collaborating with the SENCO, class teacher, and external therapists to implement IEPs. Building a strong, trusting relationship that fosters both academic and emotional growth.What we're looking for: Experience: Previous experience supporting children with Physical Disabilities or SEN is highly desirable. Attributes: You are...

We are looking for a teaching assistant with a real passion for helping children and young people with SEN and SEMH needs. The ideal candidate will be qualified/experience. Newly qualified lvl 2 and lvl 3 Teaching assistants are welcome to apply. Details: * Location- Wakefield * Position - SEN/SEMH Teaching Assistant * Contract or position start date - 31/03/2025 * Duration / Likely Duration - Contract * Contract type - Long-Term * Full time/part time - Full time * Minimum rate of pay - Minimum rate GBP85 per day * Hours - 8:30 am - 3:30pm : Mon - Fri (term time only) Responsibilities: Support and scaffold children in the classroom. Prepare resources with the teacher. Work effectively in Partnership with other professionals and parents/carers. Able to adapt practice to support the varied needs of children. EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS * At least Level 2 trained * GCSE English and Maths grade C TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU...

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: Newton Abbot (specialist setting supporting pupils with SEN) ⏰ Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday (term-time) Pay: £90 – £100 per day (based on experience) – 6.5 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:...

Exciting Opportunity: Special Needs Teaching Assistant in Dawlish! Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people? Do you have the dedication, patience, and compassion to support students with special needs? If so, we have a fantastic opportunity for you! Position: Special Needs Teaching Assistant Location: Special Needs School, Dawlish Age Group: Secondary-Aged Pupils About the Role: We are looking for an enthusiastic and caring Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join our team in Dawlish. Our school provides specialized education for secondary-aged students with a range 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 play a vital role in offering personalized support to our students, helping them to reach their full potential in a supportive and inclusive...

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:** £90-£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 progress...

Empowering Learning is working with a special needs school in Long Eaton, who are recruiting for a teaching assistant to work with their dedicated and supportive team. The role is to start after the Easter break. You will be involved in classroom duties and off-site recreational activities. Duties - Assist the lead teacher in implementing educational programs and activities for students. - Provide support to students with special needs, including those with autism. - Assist in creating a positive and inclusive learning environment. - Help students with daily tasks, such as personal care and hygiene. - Support students in their academic and social development. - Collaborate with the lead teacher to develop and implement education health care plans for students. - Monitor student progress and provide feedback to the lead teacher. - Assist with classroom management and behaviour management strategies. Skills - Experience working with children, particularly those with special needs...

Primary School Teaching Assistant (SEN) in Bury (BL8) * A Specialist Provision attached to a mainstream Primary (BL8). * Multiple full-time and part-time roles available * Short-term and long-term positions available * Varied start dates * Competitive rate £13.00 - £15.25 p/h A Specialist provision within a mainstream Primary school in Bury, requires an SEN Teaching Assistants. The school requires staff on short-term and long-term contracts which could be either on a full-time or a part-time basis. The school cater for primary pupils with MLD, ASC, SCLN, SpLD, Visual impairments and HI. They are looking for individuals who are passionate to making a difference with children in Specialist settings. Within these roles, as an SEN Teaching Assistant, your job will involve creating positive relationships with the pupils and encouraging positive choices and behaviour. You will be expected to provide general support within the classes and work collaboratively with other LSAs and the...

SEN Support Staff - Make a Difference Every Day! Hours: Mon-Fri, 8:30am-3:30pm | Salary: £95-£120/day | Location: Aylesbury Are you fun, caring, and full of energy? Do you love putting smiles on children's faces and helping them thrive? Join our SEN schools supporting students with Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD). The amazing students face complex challenges, but with the right support, they shine! Primary & Secondary students. What you'll do: Provide hands-on, compassionate support to students with PMLD Encourage independence, growth, and celebrate every achievement Create a positive, fun, and engaging learning environment Make every day enjoyable for the children and your team We're looking for someone who: Is caring, patient, and adaptable Can inspire and motivate students to thrive Loves working with children with complex needs Brings creativity, fun, and positivity to every interaction This is your chance to make a real difference in...

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,...

Zen Educate is seeking compassionate and resilient Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistants to join a specialized school in the North Somerset/Weston-Super-Mare area. We are looking for dedicated individuals for full-time and part-time roles to support children and young people with a range of complex learning needs. The Role: Specialist Support for Complex Needs You will be working in a well-established specialist environment that caters to pupils with Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD). The school is highly regarded for its holistic approach, focusing on communication, independence, and sensory development. Key Responsibilities: * Individualised Support: Working 1:1 or in small groups to help students engage with their learning and social activities. * Communication Aid: Supporting pupils using various communication tools such as PECS, Makaton, or AAC devices. * Personal Care & Well-being:...

Recruiting for a Special Needs Teaching Assistant to work with a Year 3 student that has Autism is Pre Verbal, Sensory and working at a low level academically. The student will need 1-1 support and responds well to a visual time table and the now/next programme. Are you a nurturing, proactive and fun Special Needs Teaching Assistant with a passion to make a difference to a young life? Special Needs Teaching Assistant Role: * To work alongside the class Teacher in supporting the student with their learning. * To work with the student 1-1 using a visual timetable and the now/next programme. * Good communication, organisational skills, patient and fun * Experience and knowledge working with students that have Autism and are Pre Verbal. Qualified with a L2/L3 Teaching Assistant, Care or SEND qualification. If you are interested in this Special Need Teaching Assistant role, please call us for a discussion or apply with your CV and a covering letter. We aim to promote and...

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Full-Time/Part-Time - Salisbury ASAP Start Zen Educate is seeking empathetic, resilient, and dedicated Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistants (TAs) to join a specialist school in Salisbury. We have immediate openings for full-time or flexible part-time roles supporting students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The Role: Building Trust and Supporting SEMH You will be joining a highly supportive school environment that caters to pupils with complex SEMH needs and associated challenges. Your primary focus will be on building strong, trusting relationships with students to help them regulate their emotions and re-engage with their education. Key responsibilities include: * 1:1 and Small Group Support: Working directly with pupils to help them access the curriculum and manage distress. * Behaviour Management: Utilizing de-escalation strategies and consistent boundaries to maintain a calm and structured...

This job ad needs to go on CV library can you amend it to format well on that site? Special Needs Teaching Assistant (Full-Time) - Heart of Wiltshire Zen Educate is looking for compassionate, dedicated, and resilient Special Needs Teaching Assistants (TAs) to join a specialized school located in the heart of Wiltshire We are seeking a committed individual for a full time role to support children and young people with a wide range of complex needs in a state-of-the-art facility. The Role: Specialist Support in a State-of-the-Art Setting You will be joining a school that provides a safe and supportive learning environment for pupils aged 4 to 19. The school is known for its modern facilities and integrated therapeutic support. Your role will involve working with a diverse student population, including those with: * Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD) * Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) * Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and complex...

Special needs teaching assistant for a specialist school in Bridgwater Somerset Do you have experience supporting vulnerable children or adults with special needs? Have you supported children within the care sector but tired of the long hours? Perhaps you have worked in a mainstream school but are looking to work in a different setting with more focus on a smaller group of students? Whatever your motivation may be, we are currently looking for a number of teaching assistants to support students of varying ages with MLD, SLD or complex needs at a small specialist school in the town of Bridgwater. The school which is part of a small federation of schools in Somerset, has two sites in town. The school ethos at its core is always child first centred and at the heart of everything they do. Encouraging and offering education to enrich student experiences whilst also providing them essential life skills to offer independence where possible. So what are we looking for? - Experience in...

Special needs teaching assitants required for SEN provision in Bristol A special needs school in Bristol are looking for a number of people to take on full time work in their school for September, with potentially the option of starting sooner in the summer term. This work would see you working 8:30-3:30, Monday to Friday and term time only. For the right placements, this work could lead to a permanent post should the fit work both you and the school. The school which is part of a wider group of SEN schools caters to students from as young as 5 up to 16 and all will have a form of autism and/or ADHD as well as moderate learning difficulties. For many students they can exhibit their needs through emotional dysregulation and behaviours. The school are looking for people that can anticipate triggers, manage behaviours and remain firm on boundaries as well as expectations on learning. We are looking for people that can really can drive effective relationships with students and offer...

Special needs teaching assistants required for special needs school in Trowbridge; full time and long term requirements. A special needs school at the heart of Trowbridge are looking for teaching assistants to take on full time work in September or potentially starting sooner to work with their students on a 1:1 basis. Working hours are 8:30-3:30, Monday to Friday and term time only. This school caters to a wide range of ages covering both primary and secondary and offer high quality education to students with a wide variety of special needs including but not limited to ASC, PMLD, SLD and MLD. The school have a wonderful team in place and are part of a wider federation of special needs schools that together make one of the largest SEN providers in the UK. People that are placed within this school often go permanent should the placement work really well, so there is good opportunity to make the school a great fixture in your career in working with children and developing further....

Year 1 Special Needs Assistant (SNA) Start Date: Monday, 13 April 2026 Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–12:30pm (mornings only) We are seeking a mature, experienced, and resilient Special Needs Assistant to support a Year 1 pupil with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, and complex behavioural needs. This is a highly demanding but rewarding 1:1 role, requiring strong expertise, independence, and a calm, consistent approach. About the Role You will work closely with a pupil who requires constant supervision and a highly structured, specialist ASC approach. The role involves delivering a personalised learning programme in a dedicated group room, separate from the main classroom, following an individualised timetable. Key Responsibilities * Provide consistent 1:1 support throughout the morning session * Deliver structured routines with clear expectations and planned movement breaks * Implement specialist ASC strategies tailored to the child’s needs *...

Job Title: Actor/Actress Area: Newcastle Upon Tyne Start Date: April 2026 Contract Type: Full-time, Term-time only Salary: £500-£600 per week Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm About the School Are you an outgoing and compassionate individual with a passion performing arts, who also want to support children with Special Educational Needs? We are working alongside a welcoming and inclusive school in Newcastle Upon Tyne that is seeking a committed Special Needs Assistant to join its supportive team. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of pupils who require additional support to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Special Needs Assistant - Key Responsibilities Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEN needs Use Support pupils with a range of additional needs, including ASD, ADHD, speech and language needs, and SEM Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement individual support...

Job Title: Actor/Actress Area: Gateshead Start Date: April 2026 Contract Type: Full-time, Term-time only Salary: £500-£600 per week Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm About the School Are you an outgoing and compassionate individual with a passion performing arts, who also want to support children with Special Educational Needs? We are working alongside a welcoming and inclusive school in Gateshead that is seeking a committed Special Needs Assistant to join its supportive team. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of pupils who require additional support to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Special Needs Assistant - Key Responsibilities Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEN needs * Support pupils with a range of additional needs, including ASD, ADHD, speech and language needs, and SEMH * Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement individual support plans * Encourage...