Learning Support Assistant

Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant
Location: Street, Somerset
Start Date: September
Salary: £14.25 - £15.50 per hour

Are you passionate about supporting young people with additional needs to achieve their full potential?

Do you have the patience, enthusiasm and dedication to make a positive difference every day?

Are you looking for a full-time SEND Teaching Assistant role where full training and ongoing support are provided?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a specialist school in the town of Street, supporting students aged 11-19. Guided by their vision of 'Learning for Life', the school works closely with parents and learners to equip every student with the skills they need for lifelong success, creating a supportive, inclusive and nurturing learning environment.

The school is looking to appoint a full-time SEND Teaching Assistant from September. The successful SEND Teaching Assistant will support students with additional learning needs both in and out of the classroom, helping to promote independence, engagement and confidence. Previous experience is not essential as full support will be provided, however dedication, patience, enthusiasm and a willingness to learn are essential qualities for this rewarding role.

The successful SEND Teaching Assistant will have:

• Experience supporting children or young people with additional needs is desirable but not essential
• A genuine passion for working with students aged 11-19
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Patience, empathy and a positive attitude
• A willingness to learn and develop within a specialist education setting
• A proactive and reliable approach to supporting pupils and staff

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy on boarding process
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

If you are interested in this position, then click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

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About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

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Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements. 

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.