SEN Teaching Assistant - Full Time

SEN Teaching Assistant – Full Time Location: Plymouth Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm We are currently recruiting an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to work full time in schools across Plymouth, supporting children with additional needs. This is a rewarding, hands-on role suited to someone confident working with pupils who require consistent, patient, and structured support. The Role: Supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs on a 1:1 or small-group basis Working closely with teachers and SEN staff to support learning and behaviour Assisting pupils with engagement, emotional regulation, and classroom routines Implementing strategies from EHCPs, IEPs, and behaviour plans Supporting pupils both in and out of the classroom where required Helping to create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment Essential Requirements: Proven experience working with children or young people with SEN Confident supporting pupils with additional learning or behavioural needs Must be able to drive Business-use car insurance required (or willingness to obtain it) Reliable, patient, and adaptable approach Strong communication and teamwork skills Working Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30am – 3:30pm Term-time only This role is ideal for someone seeking a full-time, consistent SEN TA position and looking to make a genuine difference in pupils’ education and wellbeing. Apply now to be considered for this SEN Teaching Assistant role in Plymouth. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website