SEN Support Assistant - Coventry

SEN Support Assistant – Coventry

Location: Coventry

Start Date: September 2025

RATE: £90–110 per day (depending on experience

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people with special educational needs?

Do you thrive in a supportive, inclusive school environment?

TeacherActive are currently working in collabaration with a school who are seeking a dedicated SEN Support Assistant to join their welcoming school community in Coventry. 

The school is built on a strong ethos of faith, respect and community, where every child is valued, nurtured and supported to achieve their full potential.

As an SEN Support Assistant, you will be based within the school’s Resource Base, working closely with teaching staff and the SENCO to provide tailored support to students with a wide range of additional needs.

These may include:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)

• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs

• Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)

• Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)

• Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD)

• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

• Dyslexia and other specific learning difficulties

• Sensory and Physical needs

Your role will involve one-to-one and small group support, helping pupils to access the curriculum, build confidence, develop independence, and achieve their full potential.

• Provide in-class and out-of-class support for students with a range of SEND needs

• Support personalised learning plans and Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs)

• Encourage positive behaviour and social interaction

• Foster an inclusive, nurturing environment that reflects the school’s strong Catholic ethos of care, respect, and high expectations

• Work collaboratively with teachers, parents, and external professionals

• Monitor and report on pupil progress

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND (in schools or other settings)

• A patient, empathetic and resilient approach

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils

• Relevant qualifications (e.g. Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning, or equivalent) desirable

• Ongoing CPD and training via our My-Progression platform

• A dedicated consultant available 24/7 for personalised support

• £100 Referral Bonus when you recommend a teacher (T&Cs apply)

• PAYE payment – no admin fees or hidden deductions

If you are interested in this role, call Nachma on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.



Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.



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