Sen Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 04 June 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £87 to £95 per day |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 02 July 2026 |
| Location: | Yeovil |
| Company: | senploy |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 219713 |
Summary
SEN Teaching Assistant Yeovil | Part-Time Supply Opportunities | September 2026 Start (Earlier Starts Available) Flexible SEND Work Across Multiple Specialist Provisions
Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for flexible work that fits around your existing commitments while allowing you to make a genuine difference?
Teaching Personnel is recruiting skilled and dependable SEN Teaching Assistants to provide part-time supply cover across a number of specialist educational provisions in the Yeovil area.
These settings support children and young people with a broad range of additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), Speech and Language Needs, Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges and complex learning profiles.
This is an excellent opportunity for professionals seeking flexible employment whilst gaining experience across a variety of specialist settings.
Due to the nature of supply work, we are specifically looking for individuals who can hit the ground running, quickly build rapport with pupils and confidently adapt to different environments.
What the Role Involves
As a Supply SEN Teaching Assistant, no two days will be the same. You may be supporting learners on a one-to-one basis, assisting small intervention groups or working alongside teaching staff within the classroom.
- Supporting pupils with personalised learning activities
- Encouraging communication, independence and engagement
- Assisting learners with emotional regulation strategies
- Supporting positive behaviour approaches
- Helping pupils access classroom resources and lessons
- Working collaboratively with teachers and support staff
- Providing personal care support where required
- Assisting with sensory activities and therapeutic interventions
- Recording observations and pupil progress
- Creating a safe and inclusive learning environment
What We're Looking For
- Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND
- A minimum of 6 months' relevant experience
- Confidence working independently in unfamiliar settings
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A calm, patient and proactive approach
- A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners
Experience within specialist schools, alternative provisions, residential care, youth services or SEMH environments would be highly advantageous.
Why Work Through Teaching Personnel?
- £14.25 per hour
- Flexible part-time supply assignments
- Opportunities across multiple SEN and SEMH provisions
- Weekly pay
- Access to free CPD and specialist SEND training
- Dedicated consultant support
- Pension contributions
- Long-term and permanent opportunities available
- Access to one of the UK's largest education networks
Ready to Join Our Supply Team?
Whether you're seeking additional work, greater flexibility or the opportunity to broaden your specialist experience, we'd love to hear from you.
These supply opportunities begin in September 2026, with earlier starts available for suitable candidates.
Apply Today
If you're an experienced Learning Support Assistant looking for rewarding and flexible work across specialist educational settings, apply today.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.
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.
Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for flexible work that fits around your existing commitments while allowing you to make a genuine difference?
Teaching Personnel is recruiting skilled and dependable SEN Teaching Assistants to provide part-time supply cover across a number of specialist educational provisions in the Yeovil area.
These settings support children and young people with a broad range of additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), Speech and Language Needs, Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges and complex learning profiles.
This is an excellent opportunity for professionals seeking flexible employment whilst gaining experience across a variety of specialist settings.
Due to the nature of supply work, we are specifically looking for individuals who can hit the ground running, quickly build rapport with pupils and confidently adapt to different environments.
What the Role Involves
As a Supply SEN Teaching Assistant, no two days will be the same. You may be supporting learners on a one-to-one basis, assisting small intervention groups or working alongside teaching staff within the classroom.
- Supporting pupils with personalised learning activities
- Encouraging communication, independence and engagement
- Assisting learners with emotional regulation strategies
- Supporting positive behaviour approaches
- Helping pupils access classroom resources and lessons
- Working collaboratively with teachers and support staff
- Providing personal care support where required
- Assisting with sensory activities and therapeutic interventions
- Recording observations and pupil progress
- Creating a safe and inclusive learning environment
What We're Looking For
- Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND
- A minimum of 6 months' relevant experience
- Confidence working independently in unfamiliar settings
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A calm, patient and proactive approach
- A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners
Experience within specialist schools, alternative provisions, residential care, youth services or SEMH environments would be highly advantageous.
Why Work Through Teaching Personnel?
- £14.25 per hour
- Flexible part-time supply assignments
- Opportunities across multiple SEN and SEMH provisions
- Weekly pay
- Access to free CPD and specialist SEND training
- Dedicated consultant support
- Pension contributions
- Long-term and permanent opportunities available
- Access to one of the UK's largest education networks
Ready to Join Our Supply Team?
Whether you're seeking additional work, greater flexibility or the opportunity to broaden your specialist experience, we'd love to hear from you.
These supply opportunities begin in September 2026, with earlier starts available for suitable candidates.
Apply Today
If you're an experienced Learning Support Assistant looking for rewarding and flexible work across specialist educational settings, apply today.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.
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.