SEN TA

SEN Teaching Assistant (TA)

• Location: Newton Abbot, Devon

• Salary: £92.56 - £95.00 per day

• Hours: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM (Term time only, Monday to Friday)

• Start Date: September

• Contract: Full-time, Long-term

Are you a compassionate, resilient individual looking for a rewarding role in education? Randstad is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant for a fantastic school in Newton Abbot
, starting this September
.

This is a full-time position working school hours (8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
), making it perfect for maintaining a great work-life balance. You will be providing crucial 1:1 and small group support to pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN), helping them overcome barriers to learning and reach their full potential.

• Provide 1:1 support to pupils with diverse needs, including Autism (ASD), ADHD, and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges.

• Deliver tailored learning activities adapted to the specific needs and abilities of the pupils.

• Manage challenging behaviour effectively using positive reinforcement and de-escalation techniques.

• Collaborate closely with class teachers and the school SENDCo to monitor and report on student progress.

• Foster an inclusive, safe, and engaging environment where pupils feel supported.

• Experience: Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN (school, care, or youth work settings are all highly valued).

• Skills: Strong communication skills, exceptional patience, and a nurturing, empathetic nature.

• Qualifications: A Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or Team Teach training is a plus, but passion and the right attitude are most important
  .

• Requirements: A valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one) and two satisfactory references.

• Excellent Daily Pay: £92.56 - £95.00 per day, paid weekly.

• Ideal
  
  Working Hours:
  
  8:30 AM - 3:30 PM, term time only-no evenings or weekends.

• Location: Easily accessible school based in Newton Abbot with parking and good public transport links.

• Career Growth: Access to Randstad's free CPD training courses (e.g., Safeguarding, Autism Awareness).

• Dedicated Consultant: Support from a specialised education recruitment team.

To apply , please send your up-to-date CV directly to Hannah Joyner at: