Sen Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Teaching Assistant Location: Exeter Start Date: ASAP Salary: £90 - £120 per day Do you have experience or knowledge of supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs? Are you confident supporting children…

Pay rate £90 – £120/day
Job type Temporary
Posted 24 August 2026

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Job Title: Teaching Assistant
Location: Exeter
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £90 - £120 per day

Do you have experience or knowledge of supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs?

Are you confident supporting children and young people with SEMH needs?

Are you a patient and adaptable Teaching Assistant who can provide consistent support in the classroom?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with SEN schools in Exeter that support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health / SEMH needs. The schools provide a supportive environment where pupils with additional needs can engage with their education and develop their confidence.

The successful Teaching Assistant will have:

• Knowledge of SEN and SEMH needs
• Experience supporting children or young people with additional needs
• Experience managing challenging behaviour
• Strong communication skills
• A patient and resilient approach
• Adaptability and a willingness to support pupils' individual needs

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £200 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

If you are interested in this Teaching Assistant position, then click ‘APPLY NOW’ and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

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About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements. 

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment

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