SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN/SEMH Teaching Assistants – Primary & Secondary

King's Lynn

Full Time | Monday to Friday

Competitive Pay | Weekly Pay Available

Start Date: ASAP

Do you have experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and want to make a genuine difference every day?

We're looking for passionate, resilient and caring Teaching Assistants to join a specialist education setting in King's Lynn, supporting pupils across both Primary and Secondary age groups.

This is more than just a Teaching Assistant role—it's an opportunity to help transform the lives of young people who need consistency, encouragement and someone who truly believes in their potential.

About the School

You'll be joining a specialist therapeutic school that provides full-time education and therapeutic support for children and young people aged 5–16 years with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The school offers a nurturing and structured environment where every child is supported to develop academically, socially and emotionally.

With small class sizes, a dedicated staff team and a child-centred approach, this is a fantastic setting for Teaching Assistants who are passionate about inclusive education and helping pupils overcome barriers to learning.

Your Role

As an SEN/SEMH Teaching Assistant, you'll play a vital role in supporting pupils both inside and outside the classroom.

Your responsibilities will include:

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• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
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• Helping children engage with learning and reach their individual goals.
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• Promoting positive behaviour and emotional regulation.
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• Building trusting relationships with pupils who may have experienced challenges in education.
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• Working closely with teachers, therapists and the wider school team.
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• Encouraging independence, confidence and personal development every day.
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What We're Looking For

We're keen to hear from candidates who have:

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• Previous experience working with children with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
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• Experience supporting pupils with SEMH, Autism, ADHD or other additional needs.
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• A calm, patient and positive approach.
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• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
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• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or are happy to apply for one.
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• The right to work in the UK.
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Why Apply?

Full-time, Monday to Friday role – no weekend work.

Work in a rewarding specialist education environment.

Competitive rates of pay.

Ongoing support from a dedicated education recruitment consultant.

Opportunity to secure a long-term role in a fantastic specialist setting.

Make a real difference in the lives of children and young people every single day.

If you're an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next rewarding opportunity in King's Lynn, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of a team that's changing lives through education.

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