SEND Teaching Assistant

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) in a supportive school environment. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference to children’s learning, development, and emotional wellbeing.

• Provide 1:1 or small group support to pupils with SEND

• Support children with a range of needs including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, and learning difficulties

• Assist the class teacher in adapting lessons to meet individual needs

• Implement strategies outlined in EHCPs and individual support plans

• Promote positive behaviour, engagement, and independence

• Support pupils with social, emotional, and communication needs

• Ensure safeguarding and health & safety procedures are followed

• Experience working with children or young people with SEND (school, nursery, or care setting)

• A patient, empathetic, and flexible approach

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Ability to remain calm and supportive in challenging situations

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

• Experience working 1:1 with SEND pupils

• Training in ASD, SEMH, ADHD, or behaviour management

• Team Teach or similar behaviour support training

• Supportive school environments

• Ongoing training and CPD opportunities

• Flexible working options

• Competitive pay rates

• A highly rewarding role supporting vulnerable learners

If you are passionate about supporting children with SEND and helping them reach their full potential, we would love to hear from you.

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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.



Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.