Primary SEND Teaching Assistant

Primary SEND Teaching Assistant

Full-Time 20000 - 25000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
education personnel

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Support pupils with Special Educational Needs in mainstream and specialist schools.
  • Company: Join a supportive team dedicated to promoting inclusion and pupil wellbeing.
  • Benefits: Flexible work options, from day-to-day supply to permanent positions.
  • Other info: Opportunities available across Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire.
  • Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while gaining valuable experience.
  • Qualifications: Experience with SEND or school settings is a plus; patience and empathy are key.

The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.

Support pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) within mainstream primary schools and specialist provisions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with additional needs
  • Support children with ASD, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language needs, and learning difficulties
  • Implement EHCP targets and behaviour support strategies
  • Work closely with teaching staff, SENCOs, and external professionals
  • Promote inclusion and pupil wellbeing
  • Record and monitor pupil progress

Ideal Candidate

  • Minimum 3 months’ SEND or school-based experience
  • Experience supporting children with additional needs is highly desirable
  • Patient, resilient, and empathetic approach
  • Strong communication and behaviour management skills
  • Relevant TA or SEND qualifications desirable

We Offer

  • Day‑to‑day supply
  • Long‑term assignments
  • Permanent positions
  • Full‑time opportunities
  • Part‑time opportunities

We are currently recruiting across Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire, placing both qualified and unqualified staff in Primary, Secondary, SEND, and mainstream settings.

Primary SEND Teaching Assistant employer: education personnel

As a leading provider of educational support across Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and inclusive work culture that values the contributions of every team member. Our commitment to professional development ensures that all staff have access to training and growth opportunities, while our flexible working arrangements cater to both full-time and part-time preferences, making us an excellent employer for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.

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Contact Details:

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We think you need these skills to ace Primary SEND Teaching Assistant

Support for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
Experience with ASD, ADHD, SEMH
Speech and Language Support
Behaviour Management
Implementation of EHCP Targets
Collaboration with Teaching Staff and SENCOs
Monitoring Pupil Progress