SEN Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel are currently recruiting Teaching Assistants to work across a range of primary and secondary schools in the Melton Mowbray and Oakham areas.

We have a variety of opportunities available, including part-time supply roles and longer-term full-time positions, many of which offer the potential to become permanent.

The Role:

Providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils

Assisting the class teacher with lesson delivery and classroom management

Supporting pupils with their academic, social and emotional development

Helping to maintain a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment

Roles available across EYFS, Primary and Secondary settings, depending on experience

The Ideal Candidate :

Experience working with children or young people (school-based experience desirable but not essential)

A positive, patient and proactive approach

A genuine commitment to supporting pupils’ learning and development

An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

Working through an agency offers flexibility and support tailored to your needs:

Control over your own diary, allowing you to choose when and where you work

Improved work-life balance, ideal for those seeking flexibility

Access to a wide variety of schools and settings

Opportunities for long-term placements that can lead to permanent roles

Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

Competitive rates of pay, paid weekly

Access to free CPD and training opportunities

How to Apply:

If you are a Teaching Assistant, or aspiring Teaching Assistant, seeking flexible or long-term work in the Melton Mowbray or Oakham area, we would welcome your application.

Apply today to find a role that fits your availability, experience and career goals.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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