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SEN Teaching Assistant : Mildenhall and Surrounding Areas
Are you a compassionate, resilient individual looking to make a meaningful difference in special education? Whether you are seeking the complete freedom and flexibility of day-to-day supply cover, or looking for the stability and routine of a long-term classroom placement, we have rewarding opportunities tailored directly to your availability.
We are currently partnering with a welcoming network of Special Educational Needs (SEN) schools, specialist provisions, and alternative learning settings in Mildenhall and across the surrounding West Suffolk area. We are experiencing high demand for empathetic, energetic SEN Teaching Assistants to support children and young people with a range of needs: including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, Moderate/Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD/SLD), and speech, language, and communication challenges.
Whether you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant, a psychology or education graduate, or someone with a background in care, support work, youth work, or sports coaching, we can help you find your ideal role.
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Day-to-Day Cover
Enjoy total control over your schedule. Pick and choose the exact days you work to fit around family life, studies, or personal commitments. It is a fantastic way to gain broad experience across different specialist provisions and age groups with complete flexibility.
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Long-Term Opportunities
If you prefer consistency, we offer fixed-term placements spanning a term or a full academic year. This allows you to build strong, trusting bonds with specific pupils, support their ongoing developmental goals, and become a valued part of a school community.
Key Responsibilities
- Work 1:1 or in small groups with pupils with complex learning or social-emotional needs, guiding them through daily activities and curriculum tasks.
- Provide tailored emotional, behavioural, and sensory support, using positive reinforcement and de-escalation strategies to keep pupils engaged and safe.
- Assist pupils in developing self-regulation, social interaction, communication, and key life skills inside and outside the classroom.
- Support the class teacher with setting up specialised learning resources, monitoring pupil progress, and maintaining a structured, positive classroom environment.
- Assist pupils during non-structured times, such as breaks, lunches, and educational trips or outdoor activities.
What We Look For
- Previous experience supporting individuals with Special Educational Needs (SEN), complex health needs, or challenging behaviour (in education, residential care, youth work, or support settings).
- A patient, calm, and empathetic nature with strong communication and active listening skills.
- The resilience and confidence to handle emotionally challenging or complex situations professionally.
- Training in de-escalation/physical intervention (e.g., Team-Teach, MAPA) or moving and handling is advantageous, though not essential.
- A valid Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service (or a willingness to complete one).
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Benefits Of Working With Us
- Competitive rates of pay, processed weekly and reflective of your role and experience level.
- A dedicated local consultant with deep knowledge of the SEN and specialist education sector in Mildenhall and West Suffolk.
- Complete flexibility to set and update your availability on your terms.
- Exposure to top local specialist schools, which frequently leads to direct, permanent job offers.
Ready to make a real impact in special education in Mildenhall?
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How To Apply
Please forward your CV and a brief introduction to [email address] or call [phone number] for a friendly, informal chat about our active SEN Teaching Assistant roles in Mildenhall.
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