Full Time Teaching Assistant - SEN (Permanent)

Sometimes it's a child joining a group activity for the first time.

Or simply arriving at school feeling safe and ready for the day.

As an SEN Teaching Assistant , you'll be there for those moments.

A primary school in Truro is looking for someone to provide additional support to children with needs including Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH and other learning and communication differences .

You'll work within the classroom team, but your attention will often be focused on the pupils who need something additional to access the school day successfully.

For some children, that might mean breaking an activity into smaller steps or providing one-to-one support.

For others, you may be helping them communicate, manage transitions, regulate their emotions or develop the confidence to participate alongside their classmates.

Supporting pupils with EHCPs and individual learning goals

Encouraging children to try things independently

Helping pupils manage routines and transitions throughout the school day

Observing progress and sharing feedback with teaching staff

Previous experience with SEN is valuable, whether that comes from a school, care, youth work or another child-focused environment .

But this role also needs someone who can be patient when progress takes time and consistent when a child needs to experience the same reassuring approach day after day.

You'll need to be comfortable adapting to different children and situations, working closely with colleagues and providing both encouragement and clear boundaries.

An Enhanced DBS will be required. This is a full-time, term-time position in Truro , paying £90 per day .

You'll join a supportive primary school and gain valuable experience working with a range of additional needs. There may also be opportunities for longer-term placements or permanent work.

For someone looking to build a career in SEN, teaching, pastoral support or wider child development , the experience you'll gain can be particularly valuable.