SEND Teaching Assistant

SEND Teaching Assistant – Secondary SEN School

Engage Education are currently working in partnership with a Secondary SEN School, a highly regarded special school within they are looking to recruit a SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with complex needs. The role is to start immediately.

The School is a nurturing and inclusive setting that provides outstanding education for children and young people aged 11–19 with severe and complex learning difficulties, placing strong emphasis on co-operation, inclusion, and respect.

You will be supporting secondary-age pupils with a wide range of additional needs, including:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), including verbal and non-verbal pupils
• Severe and profound learning difficulties (SLD / PMLD)
• Complex needs, including sensory, communication and behavioural needs

This is a hands‑on role requiring patience, adaptability and a genuine commitment to helping pupils achieve their full potential. You will work closely with teachers, therapists and support staff to create a safe, engaging and supportive learning environment tailored to each pupil’s individual needs.

We welcome applications from candidates who:

• Have experience supporting children or young people with SEND
• Have a strong passion for working in specialist education and supporting vulnerable learners
• Demonstrate a good understanding of autism and complex learning needs
• Are proactive, calm and confident in building positive relationships with pupils

Experience with Theatre in Education (TIE), creative workshops, or interactive learning approaches is highly beneficial.

Engage Education is one of the UK’s most trusted education recruitment agencies, placing professional development and long‑term support at the heart of what we do.

We offer:

• Free CPD sessions
• Your own dedicated consultant
• A £50 Amazon voucher for successful referrals

You can apply directly below or contact us for further information. All applicants must hold appropriate qualifications, and all teachers must have a formally recognised teaching qualification.

If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

All candidates must hold a valid enhanced DBS check prior to starting work (full assistance provided).

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