Job Description

Special Needs Teaching Assistant (Term-Time) – Torbay

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and young people with additional needs? We’re recruiting a Special Needs Teaching Assistant to support a specialist school in Torbay. This role offers a fulfilling opportunity to work closely with pupils who have a range of special educational needs, helping them to access learning, develop skills and thrive in a safe, supportive environment.

Location: Torquay (specialist setting supporting pupils with SEN)

⏰ Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday (term-time)

Pay: £92.63 – £105.36 per day (based on experience) – 6.5 hours per day (30 min unpaid lunch)

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About the Role

As a Special Needs Teaching Assistant you will:

Support pupils’ learning: Assist classroom teachers by helping pupils access lessons, participate in activities, and work towards their individual goals.

Adapt and deliver support: Help adapt learning materials and approaches to meet pupils’ varied needs, ensuring they can engage effectively.

Promote social, emotional and behavioural development: Support positive behaviour, emotional regulation and social interaction throughout the school day.

Work one-to-one or in small groups: Provide focused support where required, including potentially supporting pupils with complex needs.

Collaborate with school staff: Work alongside teachers, therapists and other professionals to implement strategies and contribute to pupils’ Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).

Record and reflect: Monitor pupil progress and contribute observations for planning future support and development.

Who We’re Looking For

You’ll thrive in this role if you:

Are patient, flexible and creative in your approach

Enjoy working with children and young people with diverse needs

Have strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships

Can stay calm and supportive in challenging situations

Have some experience with SEN settings (beneficial but not essential)

Training and ongoing support will be provided—this is a great role for anyone eager to grow their skills in special education.

How to Apply

To find out more or express interest, email (url removed) or call (phone number removed) today.

Make a meaningful impact every day—help pupils unlock their potential with your support!

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements. 

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment