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SEN Teaching Assistant

Manylion swydd
Dyddiad hysbysebu: 06 Tachwedd 2025
Cyflog: Heb ei nodi
Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: Holiday pay included outside of term time
Oriau: Llawn Amser
Dyddiad cau: 06 Rhagfyr 2025
Lleoliad: Bury St Edmunds
Gweithio o bell: Ar y safle yn unig
Cwmni: talentED Recruiters
Math o swydd: Dros dro
Cyfeirnod swydd: 4372

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Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Location: Bury St Edmunds
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm (term time only)
Start date: ASAP

Are you interested in working with children who need additional support?
Do you want to make a real difference to the lives of young people?
Are you passionate about education and inclusion?

talentED are recruiting for a Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school in Bury St Edmunds.

About the Role

The role of a Teaching Assistant in a special educational needs (SEN) setting is varied and highly rewarding. You will play a vital part in supporting pupils’ learning, wellbeing, and development.

Key responsibilities include:

Supporting classroom activities: Assisting teachers in delivering engaging lessons and helping pupils access learning materials and activities.

Providing individualised support: Offering one-to-one or small group support to help students understand and complete tasks, adapting materials where necessary.

Assisting with personal care: Depending on the needs of the pupils, supporting with feeding, toileting, or hygiene routines in a respectful and professional manner.

Promoting positive behaviour: Supporting pupils to manage their emotions and behaviour, following agreed strategies and fostering a calm, inclusive classroom environment.

Requirements

Availability during term time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm

Willingness to undertake an Enhanced DBS check (or already hold one on the Update Service)

Previous experience working with children, young people, or adults with additional needs is desirable but not essential — transferable skills from other roles or studies will also be considered

A patient, empathetic, and positive approach, with the ability to remain calm under pressure

Willingness to complete online vetting checks including right to work, references, and health questionnaire

Pay and Benefits

Hourly rate: £12.26 – £14.50 per hour (PAYE)

Pay includes 12.07% statutory holiday pay, paid during school holidays

Term-time only employment

Free access to CPD, training, and development opportunities

Potential to transition to a permanent role after one or two terms, depending on the school’s needs and your performance

If you are interested in this position, please click Apply. A consultant will be in touch by phone, email, or text to discuss your suitability for the role in more detail and guide you through the next steps.

We look forward to receiving your application for the position of Special Needs Teaching Assistant.

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