SEN Teaching Assistant – Taunton
We are seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated professional to join our team as a SEN Teaching Assistant. If you are passionate about supporting learners with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and making a real difference in their lives, we’d love to hear from you!
- Location: Taunton, Somerset
- Contract: Full-time 37.5Hrs, Permanent (Term-time only)
- Pay: £24,570 – £25,935
- Start Date: October 2025
Please note: Due to the rural location of the school a Full-UK Driving Licence is required
Key Responsibilities as a SEN Teaching Assistant:
- Mentor, support, and inspire learners by assisting with curriculum-based activities in the classroom, during home tuition, outreach programmes, and outdoor learning.
- Help prepare resources and contribute to achieving learning objectives, with a strong focus on behaviour management.
- Provide daily feedback on learners’ progress and identify barriers to learning.
- Work closely with parents and carers to support each learner’s development.
SEN Teaching Assistant Requirements:
- A genuine passion for helping students with SEND thrive.
- Ideally 2+ years’ experience in a SEND setting (desirable but not essential).
- Strong English and Maths skills.
- Full-UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle.
Why Work with Inspire EHC & SEND Recruitment?
Our benefits include:
- NEST enhanced pension scheme
- Staff Referral Scheme – refer a friend and receive a £500 bonus
- Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
- Blue Light Discount Card access
- Fully funded training and qualifications
- Competitive pay scales based on experience and qualifications
- Employee benefits, including wellbeing apps and staff discounts
- Life assurance
About Our SEN School:
Our school is set in a unique rural location on the outskirts of Taunton, offering inspiring learning environments with specialist facilities and access to local resources. We maintain a high staff-to-pupil ratio, with most pupils receiving 1:1 support or working in small groups to develop social skills, independence, and resilience.
Find Out More:
Explore more about Inspire EHC & SEND Recruitment. We welcome school tours as part of our interview process.
Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.
Safeguarding:
Inspire EHC & SEND Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people. This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check, employment references, and online checks.