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  • Teaching Assistant
  • Posted 2 weeks ago
  • Closes: August 25, 2026

First For Education

Job title: SEN Teaching Assistant

First for Education seeking a compassionate and proactive SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN school in Shrewsbury in Shropshire, supporting pupils with PMLD and SLD requirements with EHCP’s.
These posts will range from full-time, long-term positions, to ad hoc day to day supply for the new academic year.
The school caters for pupils with a variety of needs and provides a highly supportive environment with experienced staff and access to specialist training, making it an excellent opportunity for a SEN Teaching Assistant looking to develop their experience in a specialist setting.

SEN Teaching Assistant benefits:
  • Competitive daily rate (£95 – £120 per day, dependent on experience)
    • PAYE paid weekly
    • Long-term stability
    • Access to specialist SEN training and CPD opportunities
    • Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
    • £150 refer a friend scheme (T&Cs apply)


SEN Teaching Assistant role requirements:

  • Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant or within an SEN setting
    • Experience supporting pupils with a range of additional needs (e.g. ASD, ADHD, SEMH, MLD)
    • Strong communication, patience and resilience
    • Ability to build positive and consistent relationships with pupils
    • A proactive and adaptable approach
    • Willingness to support with personal care if required (training provided)
    • Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing
    • Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply


The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will:

  • Support pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
    • Assist with both learning activities and personal development
    • Support pupils with communication, behaviour and engagement
    • Help create a safe, structured and inclusive learning environment
    • Work closely with teachers, SENCO and wider support staff
    • Adapt support strategies to meet individual pupil needs


Interested in this SEN Teaching Assistant job in Shrewsbury?
If you are interested in applying for this SEN Teaching Assistant role in Shrewsbury, please apply today or send your CV to View email address on firstforeducation.co.uk

Safeguarding & Compliance
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expect all staff and candidates to share this commitment.
Our recruitment processes follow Safer Recruitment guidelines in line with current legislation, including Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) and Working Together to Safeguard Children (2023). All appointments are subject to pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.
We are also committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences, and are happy to make reasonable adjustments where required.

Operam Education Group includes Provide Education | Teachers UK | Provision Recruitment | The Education Specialists | First for Education | Horizon Teachers | Key Stage Teacher Supply

We’re proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.

As part of our registration process, you’ll need an enhanced DBS check and we’ll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
Vacancy posted 14 days ago
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