SEN Teaching Assistant

  • Job Reference: 2759933623-2
  • Date Posted: 6 May 2026
  • Recruiter: Prospero Teaching
  • Location: St. Clement, Cornwall
  • Salary: £14.46 to £15.46 Per Hour
  • Sector: Education, Seasonal Work, Social Care
  • Job Type: Permanent
  • Work Hours: Full Time

Job Description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Exeter

Location: Cornwall
Contract: Full-time, long-term (potential to go permanent)
Pay: 14.96 per hour PAYE / 16.30 per hour Umbrella
Start: ASAP

Prospero Teaching is seeking a dedicated and caring SEN Teaching Assistant to join one of our partner schools in the Cornwall area. This is an excellent opportunity to support children with a range of special educational needs in a warm, inclusive and supportive school environment.



The Role

  • Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with ASC, ADHD, SEMH and cognition & learning needs
  • Helping pupils access the curriculum and engage positively in lessons
  • Delivering targeted interventions and supporting differentiated learning activities
  • Creating a calm, structured and nurturing learning space
  • Supporting pupils with emotional regulation, independence and confidence


The Ideal Candidate

  • Experience working with children or young people with additional needs (school, care, support work, youth work, etc.)
  • Patient, resilient, calm and empathetic
  • Able to build strong, positive relationships with pupils and staff
  • Proactive, adaptable and confident in supporting behaviour
  • Holds an Enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply)


What We Offer

  • Competitive hourly pay
  • Continued support from a dedicated consultant
  • Free safeguarding, behaviour and SEN training
  • A welcoming school environment with strong staff support
  • Opportunities for long-term roles and potential permanent progression

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