Job Description:

Job Advert: SEND Teaching Assistant

Location: Exeter, Independent School
Pay Rate: £92.63 - £105.36 per day
Contract: Full-Time, Term Time Only

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join our Independent School in Exeter, which caters for children with Social Anxiety, Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC), and behavioural challenges. This role will involve working closely with students across KS1 - KS4, supporting their individual learning needs and helping them thrive in a nurturing and inclusive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and group support to students with additional needs, ensuring they are fully engaged in lessons.
• Assist in the delivery of tailored learning plans, adapting activities to meet the emotional and behavioural needs of each child.
• Build strong, positive relationships with students, helping them feel supported and understood.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and other support staff to create a holistic learning environment.
• Manage challenging behaviour with confidence, patience, and a calm approach.

Requirements:

• Experience working with children with SEND, specifically Autism Spectrum Conditions and behavioural difficulties.
• Confidence in supporting students from KS1 - KS4.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A compassionate, patient, and resilient approach to working with children.

Why Join Us?

• A welcoming, supportive team dedicated to making a difference in the lives of young people.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Competitive daily rate of £92.63 - £105.36.

If you are enthusiastic about making a real impact on the lives of children with special educational needs, we want to hear from you!

How to Apply: To apply for this role, please send your CV to (url removed) or call Alec Stott on (phone number removed) for more information.

We look forward to hearing from you!

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.

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