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SEND and SEMH Teaching Support Staff
Opus Teach
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Source date: 11/9/2026
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Job Description Opus Teach Location: Various locations across Suffolk, Norfolk and Essex Hours: Full or part time Contract: Temporary, Ad-hoc, Daily Supply Reference: 0997 Join Opus Teach and support children and young people with SEND across Suffolk. Are you looking for SEN, SEND or SEMH school work in Suffolk? Opus Teach is recruiting temporary SEN support staff, SEND teaching assistants, and SEMH specialists to meet the growing demand for high‑quality support in schools, PRUs and specialist provisions across the county. If you’re passionate about inclusion, behaviour support, and helping learners with additional needs thrive, we’d love to hear from you. Who we’re looking For We welcome applicants from a wide range of professional backgrounds, including: Mainstream or specialist school settings Care, residential or social care environments Alternative provisions PRUs, SEN units and specialist behaviour settings Whether you’re a qualified teacher, SEN TA, learning support assistant, or an experienced SEMH practitioner, your skills are highly valued. Skills and Experience That Make a Difference: Knowledge of SEND, SEMH and specialist education Understanding of EHCPs and personalised learning pathways Experience supporting children with learning difficulties, complex needs or behavioural challenges A calm, adaptable and nurturing approach Flexible Temporary SEN Work Across Suffolk Once registered with Opus Teach, you choose when and where you work. We offer a wide range of SEN and SEMH roles across Suffolk, including: Short‑term temporary assignments (emergency cover) Daily ad‑hoc “on the day” requests Long‑term temporary roles, including sickness and maternity cover You can set your own availability, accept roles instantly via text, or receive a friendly call from our team, whatever suits you best. Why work with Opus Teach? Opus Teach is an education recruitment agency wholly owned by Suffolk County Council, supporting over 300 schools and education providers across Suffolk, Norfolk and Essex. We offer: Strong, supportive relationships with our teachers and support staff A dedicated team available 7am–5pm, Monday to Friday A 24/7 online booking system for complete flexibility Consistent opportunities in SEN, SEND, SEMH and specialist education If you’re looking for temporary SEN roles in Suffolk and want to make a meaningful impact, we’d love to welcome you to the Opus Teach community. How to apply For more information and to start your registration process please visit opusteach.co.uk Alternatively, you can call us on 03301 242801 or email enquiries@opusteach.co.uk Closing date: 1 pm, 7 December 2026. Promoted as JOTW (Job of the Week) on Suffolk Jobs Direct. IMPORTANT PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING To apply, please follow the application process detailed above. This job does not have a Suffolk Jobs Direct online application form. The ‘Apply Now’ button below only allows you to submit a job alert, not an online application. Job Info Job Identification 25552 Job Category School Support Staff jobs Posting Date 11/09/2026 Apply Before 12/07/2026 Job Schedule Full time Locations Ipswich, Suffolk, United Kingdom Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, United Kingdom Lowestoft, Suffolk, United Kingdom Norwich, Norfolk, United Kingdom Chelmsford, Essex, United Kingdom Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom Essex, United Kingdom Norfolk, United Kingdom