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SEND KS1 Teaching Assistant (TA), Nottingham
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Client:
GSL Education
Location:
Nottingham, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Job Reference:
06e54c360234
Job Views:
5
Posted:
12.08.2025
Expiry Date:
26.09.2025
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Job Description:
Job Title: SEND KS1 Teaching Assistant (TA)
Location: Nottingham
Pay Rate: £90 – £110+ per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-time / Part-time
Are you a patient and caring individual with a passion for supporting children with additional needs?
GSL Education are seeking a dedicated and experienced SEND KS1 TA to provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils in Key Stage 1 with special educational needs. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on helping young learners build confidence, independence, and academic progress.
Role Overview:
As a SEND KS1 Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers and the school SENCO to support pupils with a range of needs, including autism, speech and language difficulties, ADHD, and social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) challenges. You will be instrumental in creating a positive, inclusive classroom where all children can access the curriculum and thrive.
Responsibilities as a SEND KS1 Teaching Assistant:
* Deliver tailored support to individual pupils and small groups.
* Help implement and review Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
* Support pupils during lessons, transitions, and break times.
* Encourage positive behaviour and emotional regulation using effective strategies.
* Promote the development of communication, literacy, and numeracy skills.
* Liaise regularly with teachers, SENCOs, and parents to to monitor pupil progress.
Requirements for the SEND KS1 TA role:
* Experience supporting children with SEN in a school or care setting.
* Understanding of Key Stage 1 curriculum and early learning development.
* A calm, empathetic, and patient approach to support.
* Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
* Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
* A full, up-to-date CV with explanations for any gaps in employment in the last 10 years.
Why GSL Education?
* Competitive daily pay rates.
* Support from experienced education consultants.
* Access to free training and CPD opportunities.
* Flexible work that suits your schedule.
* Ethical, honest, and professional recruitment practices.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.
If you’re ready to make a lasting impact as a SEND KS1 Teaching Assistant, click ‘apply now’ and submit your CV. A dedicated consultant will contact you to discuss your application further.
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