SEND Teaching Assistant - Coventry

Your new company

Hays Education is recruiting SEND Teaching Assistants to work within a specialist education setting in Coventry. The setting provides a supportive and inclusive learning environment for young people with a range of additional needs, helping students develop their independence, confidence and skills for the future.

Both full-time and part-time opportunities are available, with temporary to permanent contracts available for the right candidates.

Your new role

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will support students with a range of special educational needs on a 1:1 basis and in small groups. You will work alongside teaching and support staff to help students engage with their learning, develop independence and achieve their individual goals.

The working hours are 8:30am to 4:30pm, with both full-time and part-time positions available.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build a career within SEND education, with the potential to secure a permanent position for the right candidate.

What you'll need to succeed

We are looking for individuals who are patient, reliable and passionate about supporting young people with additional needs. Previous experience working within SEND, education, care, support work or a similar environment is essential.

Most importantly, you will need a positive attitude, strong communication skills and a genuine desire to make a difference to the young people you support.

What you'll get in return

You will receive dedicated support from your Hays Education recruitment consultant throughout your placement, along with access to ongoing opportunities within SEND and education across Coventry and Warwickshire.

You will also benefit from flexible full-time or part-time working options and the opportunity to move into a permanent position if the placement is successful.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or email

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