Long-term Teachers Ltd
SEN Teaching Assistant
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SEN Teaching Assistant – Full Time
Location: Hayle & West Cornwall
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 – 15:30
Start Date: November
Contract: Full Time, Long-Term, Permanent
Long Term Teachers are working closely with specialist schools across the West Cornwall area and are looking for committed and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants to join our team.
Long Term Teachers will be your employer, and you will work through us in one of our partner schools, with ongoing support from our experienced education recruitment team throughout your placement.
One of our current opportunities is within a large, purpose-built SEN school in Penzance, supporting students aged 2–19 with a range of Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
The school operates across two well-equipped sites and provides an excellent learning environment, with specialist facilities, resources and equipment designed to support both students and staff.
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Students learn through a range of sensory and experiential approaches, with touch, feel, play and practical activities playing an important part in their development. We are therefore looking for people who are empathetic, resilient and genuinely passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Supporting students aged 2–19 with a range of SEN and SEMH needs
- Assisting with personalised learning activities tailored to individual abilities
- Encouraging engagement through sensory, practical and play-based learning
- Promoting positive behaviour, independence and emotional wellbeing
- Working closely with teachers, support staff and therapists
- Supporting students with their communication, social and personal development
Who Are We Looking For?
- Empathetic, patient and emotionally resilient
- Genuinely passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs
- Proactive, adaptable and able to remain calm under pressure
- Comfortable working as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team
- Previous experience within SEN, education, care, support work or a similar environment is desirable but not essential
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Why Work With Long Term Teachers?
Long Term Teachers work with schools and specialist provisions across West Cornwall, helping talented support staff find rewarding, long-term opportunities.
As your employer, we will support you throughout your placement and help you find a school and role that suits your experience, strengths and career goals.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking for consistent, full-time work within SEN education and the chance to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people.
If you're passionate about SEN and looking for a long-term role in Hayle or the wider West Cornwall area, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join Long Term Teachers.
Salary: 95 - 108 GBP Per day
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