SEN Teaching Assistant — Specialist SEND Schools

Job in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG18, England, UK

Listing for: Mana Education

Full Time position
Listed on 2026-05-27

Job specializations:

Education / Teaching
Special Needs / Learning Disabilities
Child Care/Nanny

Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 40000 - 60000 GBP Yearly GBP 40000.00 60000.00 YEAR

Position: SEN Teaching Assistant — Specialist SEND Schools (1:1)

SEN Teaching Assistants Required – Mansfield & Surrounding Areas

Specialist SEND Schools | Supply & Permanent Opportunities Available

Roles

SEN Teaching Assistant
SEND Teaching Assistant
SEMH Teaching Assistant
Autism Support Assistant
ASC Teaching Assistant
PMLD Support Assistant
SLD Teaching Assistant
Behaviour Support Assistant
Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
Classroom Support Assistant
1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant
Primary SEN TA
Secondary SEN TA

Experience We Welcome

Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
SEMH
Speech & Language Needs
Challenging Behaviour
Trauma-Informed Practice
Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)
Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD)
Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)
Complex Medical Needs
ADHD & Emotional Regulation

Backgrounds We Value

Care work
Residential support
Youth work
Sports coaching
Nursery work
Mental health support
Support work and community care

The Role

Assignments are available across specialist schools and provisions including:

Day-to-day supply cover
Short-term assignments
Long-term support roles
Maternity cover
Temp-to-perm opportunities

Permanent SEN Teaching Assistant positions

Work may include:

1:1 with pupils
In small intervention groups
Supporting classroom learning
Assisting pupils with communication, emotional regulation and independence

Ideal Candidate

Relevant experience supporting children or young people OR relevant experience in UK schools
A calm, patient and adaptable approach
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Passion for supporting children with additional needs
Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
Commitment to safeguarding and inclusion

Teaching Assistant qualifications are beneficial but not essential for all positions.

Safeguarding & Compliance

Mana Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All assignments are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, right to work checks and safeguarding compliance in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

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