Teaching Assistant SEN

Randstad · Trowbridge, South West

Teaching Assistant SEN at Randstad, based in Trowbridge, South West. This is a permanent role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Trowbridge, South West
Contract
Permanent
Posted
4 weeks ago
Closes
1 Sep 2026
Sector
Teaching Assistant

Reference PR-1440901:SW:L

About the role

Supply Teaching Assistant - Special Needs School

We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Supply Teaching Assistant to join our "Outstanding" Ofsted-rated special needs school. This is a great opportunity to be part of a supportive team and make a genuine difference in the lives of pupils with complex and severe learning needs.


Key Information
  • Position: Supply Teaching Assistant

  • Experience: Essential

  • Hours: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM


About the Role

As a Supply Teaching Assistant, you will provide crucial support to our teaching staff and pupils. You will assist in delivering a highly personalised curriculum, helping to create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment. Your experience in working with students with special educational needs is essential for this role.


Responsibilities
  • Support pupils with complex and severe learning needs (ages 4-19) on a one-to-one basis or in small groups.

  • Assist the class teacher in preparing and delivering engaging lessons.

  • Help manage classroom behaviour and maintain a positive learning atmosphere.

  • Provide personal care and support where needed.

  • Contribute to the well-being and development of our pupils.


Qualifications and Skills
  • Previous experience working with children or young people with special educational needs (SEN) is essential.

  • Knowledge of various special educational needs is highly desirable.

  • A caring, patient, and empathetic approach.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

  • A commitment to safeguarding and child protection.

If you are a compassionate and skilled teaching assistant ready to join a fantastic school, we encourage you to apply today.


experience

Non Teaching


skills

ability to track progression in attainment,background in youth work,behaviour management,building relationships,classroom management,communication,de-escalation techniques,empathy,experience in administering medication,experience in managing challenging behaviour,experience with autism spectrum disorders,experience with learning difficulties,experience with social emotional mental health,inclusiveness,manual handling,marking,mentor experience,personal care experience,planning,resilience,restraint training,speech and language therapy experience


qualifications

CACHE level 1 or 2,CACHE level 2 or 3,early childhood studies degree,health and social care experience,health and social care qualifications (NVQ),HLTA,HLTA,NVQ level 2,NVQ level 3,NVQ level 4


education

college,university

Reference: PR-1440901:SW:L · Posted 4 weeks ago · Closes 1 Sep 2026 · Listed via Randstad

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