Level 3 SEND Teaching Assistant New

Level 3 SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Bedford, MK42

Job Type: Full-Time

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: 95-110 per day

Are you a passionate and dedicated Level 3 SEN Teaching Assistant looking to make a real difference in the lives of young people with additional needs? We are recruiting on behalf of a supportive and inclusive school in the Bedford (MK42) area seeking an experienced SEN TA to join their team on a full-time basis.

This rewarding role involves supporting pupils with a range of special educational needs, helping them to access learning, develop confidence, and achieve their full potential within a nurturing educational environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEND.
• Support students with Autism, ADHD, communication difficulties, and other additional learning needs.
• Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging and differentiated lessons.
• Implement individual education plans (IEPs) and behaviour support strategies.
• Encourage independence, social development, and positive learning behaviours.
• Monitor student progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.
• Foster a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.

Requirements:

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent).
• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families.
• Patient, resilient, and adaptable approach.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

What We Offer:

• Full-time, long-term opportunity with potential for a permanent contract.
• Supportive leadership team and welcoming school environment.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the educational journey of children with additional needs.

If you're an enthusiastic Level 3 SEN Teaching Assistant ready for your next challenge in Bedford, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact us for more information about this exciting opportunity.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.