SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: TauntonStart Date: September 2026Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pmContract: Term Time OnlyPay: £14.25 - £16.68 per hour

Prospero Teaching is working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Taunton that is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2026.

This rewarding role involves supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) on a 1:1 basis and in small groups, helping them to access learning, develop confidence, and achieve their full potential within the classroom environment.

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• Supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, Speech and Language needs, and SEMH.
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• Delivering tailored interventions and learning activities under the direction of the class teacher and SENCO.
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• Building positive relationships with pupils to encourage engagement and progress.
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• Promoting inclusion and supporting pupils both academically and socially.
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• Monitoring progress and providing feedback to teaching staff.
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• Assisting with behaviour management and emotional regulation strategies where required.
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• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN.
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• A patient, nurturing, and adaptable approach.
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• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
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• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
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• Relevant qualifications are desirable but not essential.
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• Experience within education, care, youth work, or support work backgrounds will be considered.
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• Competitive rates of pay between £14.25 and £16.68 per hour.
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• Full-time position, Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm.
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• Term-time-only working pattern.
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• Ongoing support from your dedicated Prospero Teaching consultant.
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• Opportunities for professional development and training.
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• Potential for the role to become long-term or permanent for the right candidate.
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• Right to Work in the UK.
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• Enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).
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• Two professional references covering the last two years.
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If you are passionate about supporting children with additional needs and want to make a lasting difference in a Secondary school setting, we would love to hear from you.

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