SEND TA

Company: Teaching Personnel
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Location: East Midlands
Job Description:

Teaching Personnel are currently seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and resilient SEND Teaching Assistant to join a specialist educational setting on a Temp-to-Perm basis. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs and making a meaningful difference in their educational journey.

The successful candidate will work closely with pupils who have a range of complex and severe learning needs, providing tailored support to help them access learning and reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
  • Support students with severe and complex needs, including:
    • Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
    • ADHD
    • Physical disabilities
    • Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)
  • Assist with personal care duties where required, ensuring dignity, respect, and safeguarding are maintained at all times
  • Support pupils with communication, emotional regulation, and social development
  • Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and wider support staff to deliver personalised learning and care plans
  • Create a positive, nurturing, and inclusive environment for all learners

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

  • Experience working with children or young people with SEND, either in education, care, or support settings
  • Knowledge or experience supporting pupils with Autism, ADHD, physical disabilities, and/or PMLD
  • A patient, empathetic, and proactive approach
  • Confidence supporting pupils with personal care requirements
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners

What Teaching Personnel Can Offer:

  • Competitive rates of pay
  • Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
  • Opportunities for professional development and training
  • The ability to secure a permanent position following a successful temporary period
  • A rewarding role where you can positively impact young lives every day
  • FREE child protection and prevent duty training

This position is temporary with an option to become permanent.

All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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Posted: July 6th, 2026