SEND TEACHING ASSISTANT

Full-Time SEND Teaching Assistants Required

Permanent & Temporary Opportunities Across Leicestershire

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)?

We are currently recruiting dedicated and experienced SEND Teaching Assistants to work in a number of specialist SEND schools across Leicestershire. We have a range of full-time permanent and temporary positions available, offering an excellent opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of students who require additional support.

The Role

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with pupils with a variety of additional needs, providing both one-to-one and small group support. You will play a key role in helping students access learning, develop confidence, and achieve their full potential.

Requirements

To be considered for these roles, you must have:

✅ Previous experience working with SEND children or young people ✅ Experience within either a primary or secondary school setting ✅ A patient, caring, and adaptable approach ✅ Strong communication and teamwork skills ✅ A genuine passion for supporting pupils with additional needs

What We Offer

Full-time opportunities within supportive SEND schools Both permanent and temporary positions available Competitive rates of pay Opportunities for professional development The chance to make a lasting impact on students' educational journeys Whether you have experience supporting pupils with autism, ADHD, SEMH needs, learning difficulties, or complex needs, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply Today

If you're an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in Leicestershire, submit your CV now and a member of our team will be in touch.

Join us and help empower SEND students to thrive both in and out of the classroom.

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.

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