SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant (Full Time / Part Time
- Immediate Start)

Location: Staffordshire
- Stoke-on-Trent

Start Date: As soon as possible

Contract: Day-to-Day, Short Term, Long Term & Temp-to-Perm

Salary: £90-£100 per day (depending on experience and qualifications)

Employer: Astro Education

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

Astro Education is working in partnership with a number of primary and secondary schools across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent who are looking for dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants to join their inclusive teams immediately.

You’ll be supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, including autism (ASC), ADHD, social, emotional and mental health (SEMH), speech and language difficulties, and physical or sensory needs within Staffordshire and Stoke schools
.

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 or small-group basis
• Helping to implement EHCP targets and individual support plans
• Promoting inclusion, engagement, and positive behaviour
• Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO to support progress and wellbeing

• Experience supporting children or young people with additional needs (school, childcare, or residential settings)
• A calm, patient, and positive approach
• A genuine passion for helping every child reach their full potential
• Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable but not essential)
• DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply for one

At Astro Education
, we’re transforming how schools and educators connect
. Founded and led by experienced school leaders, we believe in ethical recruitment, transparency, and genuine support
.

We don’t just find you work - we find you the right work. With Astro, you’ll benefit from:

• Regular check-ins and classroom visits
• Ongoing CPD and mentoring
• Long-term relationships with schools who truly value their staff
• Our unique 12-week "temp-to-perm" model
  , giving you real flexibility and opportunities for permanent employment

You’ll be fully supported by Darren Locke
, our Recruitment & Educational Development Lead
, who brings over 30 years of education and leadership experience. Darren and the team ensure you’re valued, confident, and ready to thrive.