Sen Teaching Assistant

Supply Teaching Assistant – SEN Learners | Great Yarmouth

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? Do you have experience working with children across primary or secondary education and want the flexibility of supply work while making a real difference?

Our specialist SEN branch in Norwich is seeking dedicated Supply Teaching Assistants to support students aged 6–16 at an established specialist setting in Great Yarmouth. This is a supply role, offering flexible work opportunities to suit your availability while providing vital support to pupils with additional needs.

All pupils have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), with a primary focus on Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Many pupils also have Autism and come from diverse backgrounds, each with their own individual strengths and challenges.

Key Responsibilities

Support pupils with Autism and those who may display challenging behaviours.
Deliver tailored interventions to meet individual learning and emotional needs.
Adapt learning activities to suit a range of abilities.
Encourage positive behaviour and promote personal development.
Work in line with EHCP targets to ensure effective support for every pupil.

Ideal Candidate

Experience supporting children or young people with SEN, particularly Autism and SEMH.
Adaptable, flexible and confident working in different educational settings.
Compassionate, patient and committed to helping pupils achieve their potential.
Able to remain calm and resilient in challenging situations.
Willing to undertake relevant training and continuous professional development.
Must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle, as travel to schools and educational settings is an essential part of this supply role.

What We Offer

Flexible supply work to fit around your availability.
Access to professional development through Teaching Personnel's CPD Academy.
Weekly pay based on your experience, skills and availability.
Easy-to-use online systems for timesheets and communication.
Ongoing support from your dedicated specialist consultant.
If you're looking for a rewarding supply role where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of children with SEN, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!

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