SEN Teaching Assistant

Exeter, Devon TimePlan Education Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant - SEN school Location: Outskirts of Exeter, UK Salary: £90 to £95 per day depending on experience Contract: Temporary to permanent position Hours: Full-time (8.30am to 3.30pm, Monday to Friday) Start date: 01/09/2026 We are seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join an amazing specialist school on the outskirts of Exeter. The school has a nurturing approach to learning, and we require a dedicated and empathetic individual to work with secondary age students who have moderate learning needs. The successful candidate will work on a 1-1 or small group basis with students who have communication and interaction needs such as ASD and ADHD who learn at primary level. You will be responsible for supporting students with their academic and emotional needs, ensuring they have access to a safe and supportive learning environment. Responsibilities: - Supporting secondary age students with SEMH and MLD on a 1-1 or small group basis - Providing emotional and academic support to students - Developing and delivering targeted interventions to meet individual needs - Liaising with teachers and other professionals to ensure effective communication and collaboration - Maintaining accurate records of student progress and achievement Requirements: - Experience of working with secondary age students with SEMH, ASD or MLD, preferably in a specialist setting - A resilient and compassionate approach to supporting students with challenging behaviour - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - The ability to work effectively as part of a team - Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload This is a full-time temporary to permanent position for the right candidate. We offer a competitive salary and a supportive and dynamic working environment. There is the opportunity for this role to become permenant. If you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting students with SEN needs, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and qualifications. We look forward to hearing from you. Why work with TimePlan Education? We were founded in 1989 and our staff have over 20 years' experience in SEND education so truly understand what schools and local authorities require to support the children in their care. We will work hard to support you throughout your assignment and help you to develop your existing skills. Our team will also always offer honest feedback to enhance your career in education. When you join the TimePlan Education family, you not only have easy access to the best teaching jobs in the market, you'll benefit from having a team of education experts championing your career and caring about your success. Yes, we'll find you a classroom where you can flourish, but we'll also give you ongoing career support and professional development to ensure you're up to date with the latest teaching techniques and regularly check in with you to ensure you're happy and thriving. Benefits to you Free Team Teach Training Excellent rates of pay. Valuable classroom-based experience INDSOUTH