Teaching Assistant, SEND

Job Advertisement: Teaching Assistant with Special Needs Experience Location: Newton Abbot, Devon Pay: £18,062.85 - £18,595.00 per day Contact: Alec Stott | (url removed) | (phone number removed)

TeacherActive is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant with Special Needs Experience to join a supportive school environment in Newton Abbot. This role requires a proactive individual with a passion for supporting children with additional needs, particularly those stemming from trauma and social-emotional mental health challenges.

Key Responsibilities

Assist the classroom teacher in providing tailored support for students with special educational needs (SEN). Work closely with children who have additional needs, particularly those affected by trauma and social-emotional difficulties. Create a nurturing and safe environment that fosters emotional and academic development. Support children with behavioural needs and implement strategies to support positive learning experiences. Foster strong communication with parents and other staff members to ensure the best outcomes for students.

Requirements

Previous experience supporting children with special needs, particularly those with social, emotional, and mental health difficulties. Ability to work effectively in a classroom setting and provide 1:1 or group support as needed. Must drive and have access to your own car. Passionate, patient, and empathetic approach to working with vulnerable children. Ability to manage challenging behaviour and implement appropriate strategies. Strong communication skills and a team-oriented attitude.

If you are an experienced and dedicated Teaching Assistant with a genuine passion for making a difference in the lives of children, we want to hear from you!

How to Apply: Please send your CV or any inquiries to Alec Stott at (url removed) or call (phone number removed).

We look forward to hearing from you and welcoming you to our team!

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