Job Description

Start Date: September 2026

Salary: £92-£105 per dayHours: Full Time, Monday-Friday (Term Time Only)

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs? We are currently recruiting a dedicated SEN Education Support Assistant to join a welcoming and supportive school in Trowbridge (BA14) this September.

As an SEN Education Support Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils with special educational needs, helping them to access learning and reach their full potential.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the class teacher with teaching assistant duties
• Providing 1:1 and small group support
• Assisting with behaviour management strategies
• Delivering sensory support and interventions
• Supporting pupils with a range of needs, including communication and social development
• Providing personal care, where required

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A full UK driving licence (essential)

• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

• Experience working with children or young people in either a formal or informal setting, such as:

  • Schools or education settings
  • Support/care work
  • Youth work
  • Church or community groups
  • After-school or holiday clubs
  • Summer camps or similar environments

• A patient, resilient, and nurturing attitude

• A genuine passion for supporting young people with additional needs

• Competitive daily pay: £92-£105
• Weekly pay for your convenience
• Access to our CPD Academy - expand your skills and training
• A dedicated consultant to support and guide you throughout your placement
• Opportunities for career progression within education

If you are enthusiastic about making a real difference in the lives of young people and want to be part of a rewarding and fulfilling role, we would love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.