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SEND Learning Support Assistant – Taunton, Somerset Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities on a one-to-one basis? Teaching Personnel is recruiting caring and committed SEND Learning Support Assistants to work closely with individual pupils in supportive schools across Taunton and the surrounding areas. Whether you have previous SEND experience or are looking to begin a rewarding career in education, we would love to hear from you. Role: SEND Learning Support AssistantPay Rate: £95–£105 per dayStart Date: ASAPContract: Full-time, Term Time OnlyHours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm As a SEND Learning Support Assistant, you will: • Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a pupil with additional needs throughout the school day • Adapt learning activities to meet the pupil’s individual needs and learning style • Support the implementation of EHCPs, IEPs, and behaviour support plans • Promote independence, engagement, and confidence in learning • Support emotional wellbeing, communication, and behaviour regulation • Work closely with the class teacher, SENCo, and wider support staff to ensure consistent support We’re Looking For: • Previous experience supporting children with SEND (desirable but not essential) • Transferable experience (e.g. care, youth work, psychology, mentoring, family SEND experience) • A patient, resilient, and proactive approach • Strong communication and relationship-building skills • A genuine desire to support pupils and develop within education What Teaching Personnel Can Offer: • Weekly PAYE pay every Friday – no umbrella deductions • Short-term, long-term, and permanent opportunities • Free SEND and safeguarding CPD courses • A dedicated SEND consultant to support you throughout your placement • £50 referral bonus for educators you recommend • Pension scheme with employer contributions • Clear pathways into permanent roles • Competitive pay – we’ll match or beat other agency rates • MyTP Work App to manage bookings and your diary easily Ready to make a difference? Apply now or send your CV to: 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.

SEND Teaching Assistant – Taunton, Somerset Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities? Teaching Personnel is recruiting caring and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistants to work in a range of supportive schools across Taunton and the surrounding areas. Whether you’re experienced in SEND or looking to start a rewarding career in education, we’d love to hear from you. Role: SEND Teaching AssistantPay Rate: £95–£105 per dayStart Date: ASAPContract: Full-time, Term Time OnlyHours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm The Role: As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will: • Support pupils on a 1:1 basis or in small groups, adapting learning to individual needs, • Assist in delivering EHCPs, IEPs, and behaviour support plans, • Promote inclusion, independence, and positive social interaction, • Support emotional wellbeing, communication, and behaviour regulation, • Previous SEND experience (desirable but not essential), • Transferable experience (e.g. care work, youth work, psychology, family SEND experience), • A patient, resilient, and proactive approach, • Strong communication and relationship-building skills, • Weekly PAYE pay every Friday – no umbrella deductions, • Short-term, long-term, and permanent opportunities, • Free SEND and safeguarding CPD courses, • A dedicated SEND consultant to support you throughout your placement, • £50 referral bonus for educators you recommend, • Pension scheme with employer contributions, • Clear pathways into permanent roles, • Competitive pay – we’ll match or beat other agency rates! 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.

Affinity Workforce is seeking a proactive SEMH Mentor in Taunton to support young people who struggle with engagement and emotional wellbeing.

Cover Teacher Secondary School | Term Time Only | Immediate / Upcoming Start Prospero Teaching are working with a well‑established secondary school to recruit a confident and reliable Cover Teacher to support teaching and learning across the school on a term‑time only basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young people and is looking to gain further experience in a school environment. The Role As a Cover Teacher, you will be responsible for supervising whole classes during the short‑term absence of teaching staff. Work will be pre‑planned, and your focus will be on maintaining a positive learning environment, keeping students on task, and upholding high behavioural and learning standards. Key Responsibilities Supervise classes across a range of subjects using lesson plans set by teaching staff Maintain good order and promote positive behaviour in line with school policies Ensure students remain engaged with learning activities Register and record student attendance Support the inclusion and wellbeing of all students Collect completed work and return it to the appropriate teacher Uphold safeguarding, health & safety, confidentiality, and data protection procedures at all times Requirements Previous experience working with children or young people (education, care, youth work, coaching, etc.) Strong classroom presence and the ability to manage behaviour calmly and confidently Excellent communication and interpersonal skills A proactive, professional, and flexible approach An enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)Experience as a Cover Teacher is desirable but not essential - full guidance and support can be provided. Hours & Pay Hours: Approximately 32.5 hours per week (school day hours) Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, term time only Pay: Competitive and in line with experience Why Apply? Gain valuable experience in a secondary school setting Term‑time working pattern with school‑friendly hours Supportive school environment with high expectations Ideal stepping stone for aspiring teachers or education professionals To apply, please submit your CV or contact Prospero Teaching Bristol for more information. IND-TA