SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant

Level 2 1:1 Teaching Assistant. To assist and support the teaching, learning and wellbeing of a child who has an Education Health Care Plan. The role will begin in KS1 (the child is currently in Year 1 and will be moving into Year 2 in September) and the desire to work collaboratively with colleagues and to be involved in the full life of the school is essential. The successful candidate will work closely with the SENCo, class teachers and our wider team to create a supportive, safe and structured environment for the child.

Responsibilities

• Support inclusion by enabling a child to access learning, socialising and play opportunities.
• Develop positive and nurturing relationships.
• Work under the direction of teaching staff and SENCo.
• Support the teacher in the planning, evaluation and delivery of learning activities.
• Undertake learning activities and adapt according to the child's needs.
• Building positive relationships, promoting high self‑esteem and resilience.
• Promoting high standards of behaviour in a supportive way.
• Supporting a child with complex learning needs.
• Strong understanding of behaviour management techniques and intervention strategies.

Benefits

• A school which is welcoming and caring with positive relationships at the heart of it.
• Well‑behaved and motivated, happy students who love to learn.
• The support of an amazing team of committed, dedicated staff who have a strong passion for providing quality teaching and learning.
• A strong commitment to your professional development.
• Committed, supportive and hardworking governors.

Key Requirements

• Be highly motivated and committed to support quality teaching and learning with the child at the heart of this.
• Commitment to inclusion and success for all.
• Promote positive pupil relationships and behaviour in line with school policies.
• Implement and develop individualised behaviour intervention plans in collaboration with other professionals.
• Monitor and document progress and adaptations.
• Create a safe, supportive and structured environment that encourages the child's social and emotional development.
• Patience, empathy and a calm nature and a genuine passion for helping children to overcome challenges.
• Be able to inspire, motivate and support our children both educationally and with regard to wellbeing and self‑esteem.
• Work with teachers to plan, deliver and evaluate activities.
• A good understanding of safeguarding, equal opportunities, health and safety and SEN.
• A strong sense of fun, enthusiasm and a motivated, engaging team member.

Knowledge and Skills

• An understanding of the different ways that children learn effectively.
• The ability to adapt learning opportunities to the needs of the child.
• The ability to support children's social, emotional and mental health needs.
• Excellent knowledge of safeguarding.
• Commitment to meeting the needs of all children inclusively.
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• An awareness of the principles of effective assessment.
• Understanding of the statutory requirements of legislation concerning Equal Opportunities, Health & Safety and SEN.
• Patience and positivity.
• Can motivate and inspire pupils.
• The ability to develop good personal relationships within a team.
• Use the learning environment to enhance achievement.
• The ability to use ICT effectively.

Key Information

• The post is subject to a medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
• All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.
• Salary: £17,627.23 – £18,310.77 per annum (term time only, 39 weeks).
• Contract: Temporary, 30 hours per week, term time only, starting September 2026 (or earlier if possible). The contract will cease at the end of the academic year 2026‑27 or when the child is no longer under the care of Mount Pleasant Primary School.