SEND Teaching Assistant - Complex Needs

SEND Teaching Assistant Complex Needs Taunton

Full Time Long-Term Opportunity

Teacher Active is working with a specialist SEND school in Taunton that is looking to recruit a caring and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time, long-term basis
.

This specialist setting supports children and young people aged 4-19 with complex needs
, including Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), autism, physical disabilities, and communication needs
. The school provides a highly supportive and structured environment
, focusing on developing communication, independence, and life skills
.

As a SEND Teaching Assistant
, you will support pupils 1:1 and in small groups
, helping them engage in learning activities and daily routines.

• Support pupils with complex SEND needs in the classroom
• Assist with communication, sensory activities, and engagement in learning
• Provide 1:1 and small group support
• Help pupils develop confidence, independence, and life skills
• Support personal care and moving & handling where required

• Patient, caring, and supportive
• Passionate about working with children with additional needs
• Experience in SEND, care, support work, or education is beneficial but not essential
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Competitive rates of pay
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant available 24/7
• Access to CPD courses and training through My-Progression
• Teacher Active Referral Scheme earn up to £100 when you refer a friend (T&Cs apply)
• PAYE payment structure no hidden fees or umbrella deductions

Interested? Click APPLY NOW and a member of our team will be in touch.

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All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with Teacher Active.
Registration involved an enhanced DBS check, s 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.
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