Job Description

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Bury St Edmunds

Salary: £85 - £95 per day (depending on experience)

Contract: 0 hours agency contract (0 - 38 hours per week)

Start Date: ASAP

About the School

Outreach Staffing Solutions are working with a specialist SEN school supporting children and young people with a range of additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, communication and interaction needs, and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) difficulties.

Our client is committed to creating a safe, nurturing, and structured environment where every student is supported to develop their independence, confidence, and life skills.

The Role

We are seeking reliable and flexible SEN Teaching Assistants to join our team on a zero hours (casual) basis. This role is ideal for individuals looking for flexible work within a school environment, supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN).

You will be called upon to provide support when required, including covering staff absences or providing additional support for pupils who need it. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to help students overcome barriers to learning while working alongside a supportive school team.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 or small group support to pupils with a range of SEN needs.
• Assist teachers in delivering adapted learning activities suited to individual students.
• Support pupils with communication, behaviour, and emotional regulation.
• Help maintain a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
• Follow individual support plans and guidance from teaching staff and the SENCO.
• Record and report any relevant observations about student progress or wellbeing.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for individuals who are:

• Patient, caring, and adaptable.
• Comfortable working with children with additional learning needs, including autism, ADHD, or SEMH.
• Able to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Flexible and available to work at short notice when required.

Previous experience working with children, young people, or individuals with additional needs is desirable but not essential.

What We Offer

• Flexible working hours to fit around your schedule.
• Opportunities to gain experience in SEN education.
• Supportive and welcoming school environment.
• Potential for regular work and longer-term opportunities.

Safeguarding

Outreach Staffing Solutions is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. xbpsjku All successful applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.