SEND Teaching Assistant : Primary

Job Overview

Primary SEN Teaching Assistant 1:1 Support – Local Primary Schools

Position:
Full:

Time, Long:

Term (Term Time Only)

Salary: GBP
88.92 – GBP
100 per day (Weekly Pay)

Start Date:

Immediate / Next Term

Are you a patient, nurturing individual looking to make a lifelong impact on a child's 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 GBP
  88.92 – GBP
  100, paid every Friday via Randstad.

• 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.

• Are naturally patient; you celebrate the small wins and understand every child's timeline is unique.
• Have relevant experience: this could be from a school, nursery, healthcare, or 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.
• Committed: you hold an enhanced DBS (or are willing) and are 100% dedicated to safeguarding and child welfare.