Location: Primary School SettingContract: Term Time OnlyHours: Full-time / Part-time (as required)Start Date: As soon as possible

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support our mainstream primary school. The successful educator will work closely with class teachers and the SENCO to support pupils with special educational needs, including learning, communication, social, emotional and behavioural needs.

This role is ideal for someone who is patient, resilient and passionate about helping children thrive both academically and emotionally.

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEN
• Support children with EHCPs and individual learning plans
• Assist the class teacher in adapting learning activities to meet pupils’ needs
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing
• Support pupils’ independence, confidence and engagement in learning
• Observe and record progress, sharing feedback with teaching staff
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals
• Ensure pupils’ safety and wellbeing at all times

• Experience working with children with SEN (school or other setting)
• A calm, nurturing and patient approach
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• An understanding of inclusion and child-centred learning
• The ability to follow guidance and use initiative
• Relevant qualifications (e.g. Teaching Assistant qualification) are desirable but not essential

• A welcoming and supportive school environment
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in children’s lives
• Supportive leadership and experienced SEN staff

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, references, and safeguarding checks in line with statutory guidance.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.