Role: Primary School Teaching Assistant
Rate of pay: £ – £ Dependent on experience
**About the role**
Connex Education is seeking a caring and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join a primary school supporting KS1 and KS2 pupils with special educational needs. In this role, you will work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to provide one-to-one and small group support, helping pupils access the curriculum and achieve their individual targets. You will adapt learning activities to meet a range of needs—including autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and social, emotional and mental health needs—while promoting communication, confidence, independence, and positive behaviour. Your support will help create a safe, inclusive learning environment where every child is encouraged to make progress and reach their full potential.
**About the school**
Our school provides a nurturing and inclusive learning environment with a strong commitment to delivering a high standard of education for all pupils. We work together to create a welcoming and supportive atmosphere where children feel safe, valued, and encouraged to learn. We take pride in recognising pupils’ achievements and supporting their personal and academic development, and our dedicated team is committed to helping every child grow in confidence, independence, and understanding of the world around them.
**Benefits of working with Connex**
1. Competitive daily rate
2. PAYE Paid weekly
3. Free access to our SEND Toolkit skills development
4. Funded formal qualification, from Level 2 SEND, Level 3 Teaching and Learning, Level 4 HTLA, Level 5 TEFL
5. Career progression via our Care to classroom setting conversion course
**Role Requirements**
6. Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning or Equivalent Level 3 UK Educational qualification is required.
7. Previous experience working in Educational is essential.
8. A commitment to promoting equality and diversity in the classroom
9. An understanding of child protection and safeguarding guidelines
10. Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply for one through Connex Education.
**Are you interested?**