Primary SEN Teaching Assistant Middlesbrough About the role Connex Education is recruiting for qualified and/or experienced SEN Teaching Assistants to work in mainstream primary schools across Middlesbrough, providing 1:1 and small group support. About the opportunities We work with a variety of mainstream primary schools that are committed to inclusive education for pupils with Special Educational Needs. As a Primary SEN Teaching Assistant, you will be supporting children across KS1 and KS2 who require additional support, working both on a 1:1 basis and with small groups to help them access the curriculum and reach their full potential. All schools within our network are dedicated to providing pupils with diverse learning needs with a nurturing and inclusive environment. We are looking for SEN Teaching Assistants who are compassionate, patient, and skilled at adapting teaching approaches to meet individual needs and support children's academic and personal development. Assignment Details These are flexible agency positions offering you the choice of full-time, part-time or day-to-day supply work to suit your availability and lifestyle needs. Benefits of working with Connex Education Competitive daily rate. PAYE paid weekly. Flexible working hours to fit around your commitments. Free access to our SEND Toolkit skills development package comprising over 19 courses. Wellbeing programme and refresher training for life in a 21st century classroom. Trainee teacher apprenticeship opportunities. Person Specification Essential: Experience working with children with SEN in a primary setting and/or relevant SEN qualifications (Level 2/3 Supporting Teaching and Learning or equivalent). Knowledge of different SEN needs including autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and learning disabilities. Experience delivering 1:1 and small group interventions. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Must hold a DBS on update service or willing to apply for one. Patience, empathy, and the ability to stay calm under pressure. Flexibility and willingness to adapt support strategies to individual needs. Good organization and multitasking abilities. If you are interested, or would like to discuss more opportunities, please apply today. Protected characteristics statement All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including a DBS check. All appointments will be made subject to a DBS check. Connex Education Partnership is committed to a policy of equal opportunities. We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status or disability. Everyone is assessed on merit alone. Connex Education Partnership is an employment agency and employment business Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.