Ribble Saw Mill, Paley Road, Preston, England, PR1 8LT +44 1772281848

Full Time, Part Time, Temporary, Contract

SEN Teaching Assistant - Immediate Start

Category: Education & Teaching

Location

Somerset

Salary

Competitive pay

hourly

Type

Full Time, Part Time, Temporary, Contract

Posted

Apr 23, 2026

Everest Recruitment and Services Ltd is currently supporting a primary school in Somerset seeking a SEN Teaching Assistant (TA) to provide short-term classroom support pending permanent recruitment.

This is a temporary opportunity ideal for candidates with experience working with children with special educational needs (SEN) in a primary school environment.


šŸ”¹ Key Responsibilities

  • Provide 1:1 or small group support to pupils with SEN
  • Assist the class teacher in delivering lessons and activities
  • Support pupil engagement and behaviour management
  • Help create a safe and inclusive learning environment

šŸ”¹ Working Hours

  • Monday to Friday
  • 08:45 AM – 12:30 PM
  • Duration: Approx. 3–4 weeks (subject to recruitment outcome)

šŸ”¹ Requirements

  • Previous experience working with SEN children
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)

šŸ”¹ Compliance Statement

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
This role is subject to safeguarding checks, including an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Everest Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

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