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Senior SEND Teaching Assistant

Job details
Posting date: 17 February 2026
Salary: £88.98 to £95 per day
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 19 March 2026
Location: LE8
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Teacheractive Limited
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: AH/LE8/SENDTA-8985

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Summary

We are currently recruiting a Senior SEND Teaching Assistant to work in a specialist SEND school in Leicester, supporting older pupils with a range of additional needs. This role is ideal for an experienced SEND practitioner who is confident supporting learning, behaviour, and classroom routines, and who can lead the class in the teacher’s absence when required.

The Role:

  • Supporting older pupils with SEND on a 1:1 and small group basis


  • Assisting with planning and delivering learning activities


  • Leading the class and maintaining learning routines when the teacher is absent


  • Supporting behaviour management and emotional regulation strategies


  • Promoting a structured, safe, and inclusive learning environment


  • Supporting with personal care where required


  • Following EHCPs, behaviour plans, and safeguarding procedures


    The Ideal Candidate:

    • Previous experience working within SEND or specialist education settings


    • Confident supporting and managing a classroom environment


    • Strong behaviour management and leadership skills


    • Calm, resilient, and organised approach


    • Excellent communication and teamwork skills


      As one of the UKs largest education agencies, we also offer in-house career progression for our staff, demonstrating a commitment to providing quality staff.

      In return for the above you can expect to receive:

      · A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process

      · Guaranteed Payment Scheme *Terms and Conditions apply*

      · CPD Courses and certificates as part of the 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 interested in this position, then click ‘APPLY NOW’ and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

      EMAIL: abi.hart@teacheractive.com

      CONTACT NUMBER: 0115 824 1888

      All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.



      Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.



      Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

      TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.

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