SEND Teaching Assistant

Are you somebody that has experience in delivering care/support to vulnerable people and feel like you''d enjoy a new challenge in a rewarding environment? At Vision for Education, we are currently seeking experienced professionals to work as SEND Teaching Assistant in a mainstrean primary school.

The Role – SEND Teaching Assistant

Location: Peterborough
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full time preferred

Working as a SEND Teaching Assistant, you''ll be working with children aged 2–11 with a variety of complex needs, including autism, physical disabilities, and learning difficulties.

Responsibilities for the SEND Teaching Assistant role include:

• Providing one-to-one and small group support
• Aiding communication and classroom engagement
• Supporting mobility and physical needs
• Delivering personal care respectfully and sensitively
• Working closely with teaching staff and therapists to provide a nurturing environment

What we''re looking for:

• Experience in care or support work (children or adults)
• A compassionate and resilient nature
• Confidence in providing personal care when needed
• Ability to commit to the school’s working hours
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
• Able to provide references, and proof of right to work and address

Why register with Vision for Education?

• Competitive weekly pay
• A dedicated consultant who understands your journey from care to education
• Free training and ongoing professional development
• The chance to make a lasting difference in children’s lives

This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone that would like to make the move into support roles within education.

If you’re ready to take the next step, please apply today or email a copy of a recent CV to (url removed) or call us on (phone number removed)

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