Primary SEN Teaching Assistant 1:1 Support Local Primary Schools
Position: Full:Time, Long:Term (Term Time Only)
Salary: GBP88.92 : GBP100 per day (Weekly Pay)
Start Date: Immediate / Next Term
Are you a patient, nurturing individual looking to make a lifelong impact on a childs earliest years? Join our local primary network as an SEN Teaching Assistant and help every child find their voice.
A Career Built on Impact, Not Just Academics
We are seeking dedicated 1:1 Support Assistants to work within EYFS, KS1, and KS2 settings. This role is ideal for those passionate about child development, neurodiversity, and mental health. You will support children with a range of additional needs, including Autism (ASD), Global Developmental Delay (GDD), and Speech and Language challenges.
* Nurture and Growth: Witness the incredible firsts:from a child making eye contact to successfully navigating a social interaction.
* Specialised Career Path: This is the perfect springboard for aspiring Educational Psychologists, Speech and Language Therapists, or Primary Teachers.
* Work:Life Balance: Enjoy typical school hours (approx. 8:30 am : 3:30 pm) with no take:home work or weekend commitments.
* Weekly Pay: Competitive daily rates of GBP88.92 : GBP100, paid every Friday via Randstad.
Your Role as a Developmental Mentor
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you arent just an extra pair of hands; you are a childs advocate and guide.
* Personalised 1:1 Support: Implement tailored activities to meet EHCP (Education, Health and Care Plan) targets, ensuring the curriculum is accessible and fun.
* Sensory and Visual Learning: Utilise creative tools such as PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System), Now and Next boards, and sensory breaks to reduce anxiety and promote engagement.
* Holistic Care: Support children with social skills, emotional regulation, and personal care needs where required (full training provided).
* Collaborative Support: Work closely with the Class Teacher and SENCO to create a safe, inclusive, and high:energy learning environment.
Essential Requirements
We value resilience, empathy, and character above all else. You are an ideal fit if you:
* Are Naturally Patient: You celebrate the small wins and understand that every childs timeline is unique.
* Have Relevant Experience: This could be from a school, nursery, healthcare, or even personal lived experience with SEND.
* Are a Strong Communicator: You can build trust quickly with young children and maintain professional links with parents and staff.
* Are Committed: You hold an enhanced DBS (or are willing ) and are 100 dedicated to Safeguarding and child welfare.
Apply Today
Ready to be the champion a child needs during their most formative years?
How :
* Click Apply Now to submit your CV for immediate review by our primary team.
* Contact Robbie Day directly at for an informal check:in regarding the role and the department culture.