Primary SEN Teaching Assistants

Send Teaching Assistants Needed! Wiltshire £95 - £110 per day September 2026 Starts. Connex Education is recruiting enthusiastic and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistants to work across primary schools in Wiltshire.

We are working exclusively with a large and highly respected Multi‑Academy Trust that supports a wide network of primary schools across the South West. The Trust is known for its inclusive ethos, strong community values, and commitment to providing high‑quality education and support for all learners. Their schools place a strong emphasis on wellbeing, collaboration and ensuring every child is given the opportunity to succeed.

• Provide 1:1 support for pupils with SEND
• Deliver targeted small‑group interventions
• Support learning within the main classroom environment
• Work closely with class teachers and SENCOs to implement support plans and EHCP targets
• Help create a calm, structured, and inclusive learning environment
• Support pupils’ academic, social, emotional, and behavioural development
• Use appropriate strategies to support engagement and progress
• Adapt confidently across different primary school settings

• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
• Sensory Processing Difficulties (SPD)
• Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
• Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)

• Experience working with children with SEND in schools or similar settings
• Knowledge or experience supporting ASD, ADHD, SPD, SEMH, or communication needs
• A patient, resilient, and nurturing approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning and achieve their potential
• Commitment to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures
• Relevant qualifications or SEND training are desirable but not essential

• Competitive daily pay rates
• Weekly PAYE pay
• Free access to our Teaching Assistant Toolkit, including over 24 CPD courses
• Funded qualifications available, including:
• Career progression opportunities through our TA to Tutor conversion course
• Wellbeing support programme and refresher training for modern classroom environments
• Flexible opportunities to fit around your lifestyle and career goals
• Dedicated support from your Connex Education consultant
• Level 2 SEND
• Level 3 Teaching & Learning
• Level 4 HLTA
• Level 5 TEFL

Connex Education Partnership is committed to equal opportunities and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status, or disability. All candidates are assessed on merit alone.

Connex Education Partnership is an employment agency and employment business. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect 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.

If you are an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant, a graduate looking to gain specialist classroom experience, or someone passionate about supporting children with additional needs, we would love to hear from you.