Teaching Assistant

Salary/Rate:£24,570 - £35,935
Job type:Permanent
Town/City:West Somerset
County:Somerset
Role:Support Staff
Job ref:345
Post Date:11.08.25
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About the Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated professional to join our team as a Teaching Assistant. If you are passionate about supporting learners with SEND and making a positive impact, we want to hear from you!

Teaching Assistant Key Responsibilities:

  • Mentor, support, and inspire learners by assisting with curriculum-based activities both in the classroom, during home tuition, outreach programs, and outdoor activities
  • Help prepare learning materials and contribute to achieving learning objectives, with a strong emphasis on behavioural management
  • Provide daily reports on learners’ progress and identify barriers to learning
  • Engage regularly with parents and carers to support learner development

Ideal Teaching Assistant:

  • Possesses a passionate and committed approach to working with students with SEND
  • Has at least two years’ experience working in a SEND environment or similar setting
  • Holds a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (highly advantageous)

Why Work with Inspire EHC & SEND Recruitment?
Our Benefits Include:

  • NEST enhanced pension scheme
  • Staff Referral Scheme – refer a friend and share a £500 bonus
  • Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
  • Blue light discount card access
  • Fully funded training and qualifications
  • Competitive pay scales based on experience and qualifications
  • Employee benefits, including wellbeing apps and discounts
  • Life assurance

About Sour SEN School:
Our school is uniquely situated in rural location on the outskirts of Taunton, offering attractive and stimulating learning environments with specialised facilities and local resources.
Our clients maintains a high staff-to-pupil ratio, with most pupils receiving 1:1 support or working within small groups to develop social skills and independent work strategies.

Find Out More:
Explore more about Inspire EHC & SEND Recruitment. We welcome school tours as part of our interview process.

Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.

Safeguarding:
Inspire EHC & SEND Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all individuals in our care. This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check, employment references, and online checks.

Veterans Welcome:
We’re proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant, offering guaranteed interviews for current and former service personnel who meet the role’s criteria. Please include your military experience on your CV for consideration.

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