Supply / Temporary Teaching Assistant - SEN Support (Primary)
* Location: Plymouth, Mainstream Primary School
* Job Type: Temporary / Supply
* Hours: Monday to Thursday: 8:30am - 3:30pm, Friday: Morning only
We are seeking an experienced or confident Supply / Temporary Teaching Assistant to provide in-class support for a pupil with social and emotional regulation needs in a mainstream primary setting. This role is ideal for a Teaching Assistant who is calm under pressure, adaptable, and comfortable supporting emotional regulation.
Day-to-day of the role:
* Provide flexible, emotionally attuned support to help the pupil access learning.
* Support regulation during difficult moments or transitions, particularly from preferred activities back to structured lessons.
* Use low-demand, non-confrontational approaches.
* Adjust communication style according to the pupil's emotional presentation.
* Work alongside visual supports and established classroom routines.
* Be able to move quickly between focused pupil support and supporting a group or table as needed.
* Work collaboratively with the class teacher to maintain learning across the class.
* Occasionally support another pupil in the class with additional needs.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
* Calm, patient, and resilient personality.
* Experience supporting pupils with additional needs, or confidence in doing so.
* Comfortable in unpredictable or changeable situations.
* Able to remain consistent and supportive during periods of dysregulation.
* Ability to build positive relationships quickly and professionally.
* This role may not suit candidates who prefer highly structured, compliance-based behaviour management approaches.
Why This Placement?
* This is a rewarding opportunity for a Teaching Assistant who enjoys relationship-based support and making a meaningful difference.
* With the right approach, the pupil engages well and can access learning successfully.
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