SEND Specialist Teaching Assistant - Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities
Teaching Personnel are currently seeking experienced SEND Specialist Teaching Assistants to support a range of welcoming and inclusive schools with full-time and part-time opportunities.
We are working closely with primary schools and specialist provisions seeking dedicated professionals to support pupils with a variety of additional needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH, speech and language difficulties, and moderate to severe learning needs.
These roles are ideal for experienced SEND practitioners looking to make a meaningful difference to pupils' educational journeys while securing consistent and rewarding work.
A full UK driving licence is desirable due to school locations, but not essential.
The Role
As a SEND Specialist Teaching Assistant working through Teaching Personnel, you will:
- Provide high-quality 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEND
- Implement strategies and interventions tailored to individual pupil needs
- Support pupils with their academic, social, emotional, and behavioural development
- Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals
- Help create a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment
- Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation
- Adapt learning resources to support accessibility and engagement
A Typical Day May Include
- Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis throughout the school day
- Delivering targeted interventions and learning activities
- Assisting pupils with communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation
- Supporting behaviour management plans and individual learning targets
- Working alongside teaching staff to ensure pupils remain engaged in learning
- Monitoring progress and providing feedback to teachers and SENCOs
- Supporting transitions, breaktimes, and structured activities where required
Who We're Looking For
- Essential: recent and relevant UK-based experience supporting pupils with SEND
- Experience supporting needs such as ASC, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language difficulties, or learning disabilities
- A calm, patient, resilient, and nurturing approach
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- The ability to adapt to the needs of individual pupils and school environments
- A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
Benefits of Working with Teaching Personnel
- Competitive weekly pay, paid via PAYE with no umbrella deductions
