SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Taunton
Days: Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday
Hours: 08.30-15.30
Pay: £14.66 - £16.56 per hour (depending on experience & pay type)

Prospero Teaching is looking for a caring, confident and committed SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Taunton. You will be supporting pupils with a range of additional needs and helping them to access learning in a safe, structured, and positive environment.

• Provide 1:1 or small-group support for pupils with SEN, including Autism, ADHD, communication needs, or social, emotional and behavioural needs.
• Create a calm, encouraging learning environment where pupils feel safe and supported.
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to follow individual support plans.
• Use strategies to help pupils regulate their emotions, remain on task, and engage positively with learning.
• Support pupils during class, transitions, and playtimes as needed.

• Experience working with SEN, particularly Autism, ADHD or SEMH needs.
• A nurturing, patient and resilient approach.
• Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Ability to build strong, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
• Right to work in the UK.

• Competitive hourly pay (£14.66-£16.56).
• Weekly pay and a dedicated consultant (Jay).
• Free, ongoing CPD including behaviour management, safeguarding and SEN training.
• Supportive onboarding and regular check-ins.

If you're passionate about helping children with additional needs thrive, we'd love to hear from you.

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