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SEND Teaching Assistant

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SEN Teaching Assistant

Plymouth

£95-£100 per day

September Start

Full-Time | Term Time Only

Looking for a More Rewarding Career?

Are you someone who enjoys mentoring, coaching, supporting others, or making a difference in your community? Whether you come from a background in sports coaching, the military, construction, care work, security, youth work, or customer-facing roles, your skills could be invaluable in a school setting.

We are looking for a proactive and positive SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with additional needs in a welcoming Plymouth school.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you'll work closely with pupils who need extra support to succeed in the classroom. You'll help build confidence, encourage positive behaviour, and support students in overcoming barriers to learning.

No teaching experience is required – just the right attitude, patience, and willingness to learn.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups

  • Build positive relationships and become a trusted role model

  • Support children with Autism, ADHD, SEMH, and other additional needs

  • Encourage engagement, resilience, and independence

  • Assist teachers in creating a positive learning environment

  • Help pupils develop social and emotional skills

Ideal Backgrounds

We welcome applications from individuals with experience in:

  • Sports coaching

  • Military or armed forces

  • Youth work

  • Care and support work

  • Security roles

  • Customer service

  • Team leadership positions

We're Looking For Someone Who Is

Reliable and professional

A positive role model for young people

Calm under pressure

Patient and resilient

Passionate about helping children succeed

What You'll Receive

  • £95-£100 per day

  • Full-time, long-term position

  • Ongoing training and support

  • Opportunity to gain valuable school-based experience

  • Potential route into teaching, pastoral, or specialist SEND careers

  • A rewarding role where every day makes a difference

Apply Today

If you're looking for a career with purpose and want to have a genuine impact on young people's lives, we'd love to hear from you.

Take the next step and become a positive influence in a child's educational journey.

This role cannot support overseas sponsorship.


Source: https://www.reed.co.uk

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