Specialist Support Assistant

Job Title: Specialist Support Assistant Location: Nuneaton Start Date: Monday 2nd November 2026 Salary: £100 - £120 per day

Are you an experienced Specialist Support Assistant who is passionate about making a positive difference to young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?

Do you have experience delivering effective 1:1 support to students with additional learning needs within an educational setting?

Are you patient, adaptable and committed to helping students develop their confidence, independence and academic potential?

TeacherActive is proud to be working in partnership with King Edward VI College in Nuneaton to recruit a dedicated Specialist Support Assistant. The college provides education for students aged 16-18, offering a supportive learning environment that encourages academic achievement, personal development and independence.

The college is seeking a committed Specialist Support Assistant for a short-term, full-time position from Monday 2nd November until Friday 18th December 2026. The successful candidate will provide tailored 1:1 classroom support to students aged 16-18 with a range of Special Educational Needs (SEN), helping them access the curriculum, engage confidently in lessons and develop essential skills for independent learning.

Working hours:

Monday, Tuesday and Thursday: 8:30am - 4:30pm

Wednesday and Friday: 8:30am - 2:45pm

The successful Specialist Support Assistant will have:

A relevant Teaching Assistant or SEN qualification (desirable)

Previous experience supporting children or young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Proven experience delivering 1:1 support within a classroom or educational setting

The ability to differentiate learning activities and adapt support strategies to meet individual student needs

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish positive working relationships with students and staff

A patient, compassionate and proactive approach, alongside a positive 'can-do' attitude

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to support you throughout the quick and straightforward onboarding process

Access to CPD courses and professional development certificates through our 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 an enthusiastic and dedicated Specialist Support Assistant looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful difference to young people's education, then click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch to discuss this fantastic opportunity.

Email

CONTACT NUMBER: (phone number removed)

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.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

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