Long-term Teachers Ltd
SEN Teaching Assistant
SEN Teaching Assistant at Long-term Teachers Ltd, based in Helston, South West. This is a contract role.
- Pay
- Not given by the employer
- Hours and contract
- Contract · On site
- Location
- Helston, South West
- Closing date
- Sector
- Teaching Assistant
Reference 534434135482697702
About the role
SEN Teaching Assistant – Full Time
Location: Helston & West Cornwall
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 – 15:30
Start Date: November
Contract: Full Time, Long-Term, Permanent
Long Term Teachers are working closely with specialist schools across the West Cornwall area and are looking for committed and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants to join our team.
Long Term Teachers will be your employer, and you will work through us in one of our partner schools, with ongoing support from our experienced education recruitment team throughout your placement.
One of our current opportunities is within a large, purpose-built SEN school in Penzance, supporting students aged 2–19 with a range of Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
The school operates across two well-equipped sites and provides an excellent learning environment, with specialist facilities, resources and equipment designed to support both students and staff.
Students learn through a range of sensory and experiential approaches, with touch, feel, play and practical activities playing an important part in their development. We are therefore looking for people who are empathetic, resilient and genuinely passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs.
Key Responsibilities
Supporting students aged 2–19 with a range of SEN and SEMH needs
Assisting with personalised learning activities tailored to individual abilities
Encouraging engagement through sensory, practical and play-based learning
Promoting positive behaviour, independence and emotional wellbeing
Working closely with teachers, support staff and therapists
Supporting students with their communication, social and personal development
Who Are We Looking For?
Empathetic, patient and emotionally resilient
Genuinely passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs
Proactive, adaptable and able to remain calm under pressure
Comfortable working as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team
Previous experience within SEN, education, care, support work or a similar environment is desirable but not essential
Why Work With Long Term Teachers?
Long Term Teachers work with schools and specialist provisions across West Cornwall, helping talented support staff find rewarding, long-term opportunities.
As your employer, we will support you throughout your placement and help you find a school and role that suits your experience, strengths and career goals.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking for consistent, full-time work within SEN education and the chance to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people.
If you're passionate about SEN and looking for a long-term role in Helston or the wider West Cornwall area, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join Long Term Teachers.
Reference: 534434135482697702 · Posted 2 days ago · Closes 27 Nov 2026 · Listed via Long-term Teachers Ltd
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