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SEN Teaching Assistant

LONG-TERM TEACHERS LIMITED
Posted 3 days ago, valid for 2 days
Location

Swindon, Wiltshire SN1 2ED, England

Contract type

Full Time

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

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  • The job opening is for a Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant position focused on supporting children with additional needs, particularly those with ASD and speech & language challenges.
  • Candidates should have experience or a strong interest in working with such children and be adaptable, patient, and collaborative.
  • This full-time role is on a Fixed-Term contract until the end of the academic year, with opportunities for extension, and involves a term-time schedule of 25 hours per week.
  • The salary details are not explicitly stated, but the position offers guaranteed pay plans and various employee benefits including holiday pay and access to a confidential helpline.
  • The ideal candidate should possess a commitment to creating a supportive learning environment and be able to work effectively within a professional team.

Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant - SN2

Are you passionate about helping children thrive and making a real difference in their lives? My client is looking for a caring, creative, and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to support children with additional needs. If you believe that every child deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential, this is your chance to join a warm, supportive school community where your work truly matters. This role is available on a full-time basis on a Fixed-Term contract until the end of the academic year with the possibility for it to be extended.

Why You Should Apply

  • Make a lasting impact by supporting children with ASD and speech & language needs.
  • Join a welcoming and collaborative school with a real family feel.
  • Enjoy a term-time schedule (25 hours per week, school holidays off).
  • Work in a well-resourced school with outdoor space for every classroom.
  • Be part of a team that values your dedication, creativity, and compassion.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Supporting children one-on-one, in pairs, and in small groups to boost their learning.
  • Assisting teachers in planning and delivering tailored learning activities.
  • Tracking progress and keeping records of children’s development.
  • Collaborating with teachers, parents, and external professionals to provide well-rounded support.
  • Creating a positive, nurturing, and engaging learning environment.

About You

  • Be able to do the job as described.
  • Experience or interest in supporting children with ASD and speech & language needs.
  • Adaptable, patient, and able to respond to the unique needs of each child.
  • Confident in working as part of a professional team and liaising with parents and specialists.
  • Committed to creating a supportive and inspiring learning experience for every child.

Working with Long-term Teachers:

We are an independent agency working with Nurseries, Primary, Secondary and Special Schools.

LTT was founded with the aim of creating a genuine, transparent and straightforward service to help candidates secure their next role. We place a huge emphasis on delivering an exceptional service where you will be supported, listened to and valued throughout.

Your dedicated consultant will invest time to understand your experience, skill-set and what your ideal role looks like. You will have frequent updates with your progress through compliance, applications for specific roles as well as additional roles which we feel may be of interest to you.

We are proud to have the highest standard of compliance in achieving the REC audited status. Working with us means you will get the very best support and guidance through the clearance process from your own specific point of contact from our in-house compliance team.

In addition to the above we also offer:

  • Guaranteed Pay Plans
  • Agency Worker Regulations
  • Interview preparation advice and support
  • Support and counselling through a confidential helpline
  • 24/7 access to a UK GP, including consultations and prescription delivery
  • Discounts and offers worth hundreds of pounds
  • Statutory employment rights, such as; sick pay, holiday pay, maternity and paternity pay

Apply now in a few quick clicks

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.