Job Description:

Primary SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Devon, United Kingdom
Salary: £92.63-£110 per day (depending on experience)
Contract: Full-time, Term-time only
Are you a compassionate, patient, and dedicated individual looking to make a real difference in a child's life? We are seeking an empathetic Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant to join our supportive school community in Devon.
In this role, you will work closely with children who have a range of additional needs, including Autism (ASD), ADHD, global development delay, and social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) challenges. Your guidance will help them unlock their full potential in a safe, nurturing environment.
Key Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support: Work 1:1 or in small groups with students to deliver adapted learning activities.
• Foster inclusion: Help students engage with the curriculum and classroom social dynamics.
• Manage behavior: Implement positive behavior strategies and emotional regulation support.
• Collaborate closely: Work alongside class teachers, parents, and external therapists to track and review individual education plans (IEPs).
• Create a safe space: Ensure a nurturing, structured environment where pupils feel secure and valued.

What We Are Looking For

• Experience: Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN (preferred but not essential if you have transferable skills).
• Attributes: Exceptional patience, strong communication skills, and a calm, resilient nature.
• Adaptability: The ability to think on your feet and tailor your approach to each child's unique needs.
• Compliance: A valid Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).

What We Offer

• Competitive daily rates paid weekly.
• Continuous professional development (CPD) opportunities, including Team Teach and Safeguarding training.
• A highly supportive and welcoming school leadership team.
• Dedicated consultant support to guide you through your placement.

TimePlan Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expect all staff to show this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete Disclosure and Barring Service declarations in line with Section 115 of the Police Act 1997. You will also be required to provide 2 professional references covering at least the last 2 years, and complete our online application followed by a video or face to face interview. TimePlan Education is a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and therefore will not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability or sexual orientation.

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