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Primary Supply Teaching Assistant
Salary
GBP90.00 to GBP105.00 per day (Weekly Pay)
Contract Type
Full-time / Flexible Working
Are you an empathetic, dynamic educator passionate about making a real difference in young learners' lives? We are looking for a dedicated Primary SEN Teaching Assistant to support students with additional learning needs.
In this role, you will be the key link in transforming a child's school experience, turning learning barriers into everyday victories in a nurturing, inclusive environment.
The Role and Impact
As a Primary SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with classroom teachers and specialists to deliver meaningful educational outcomes. You won't just supervise tasks; you will build confidence, foster independence, and create a safe space for students to thrive.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver Tailored 1:1 Support: Provide personalised educational and emotional guidance for individual students with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
- Lead Small Group Interventions: Guide targeted small groups in core subjects, ensuring every child receives the helping hand they need to progress.
- Foster Inclusion: Create a positive, welcoming, and inclusive classroom environment where all children feel valued and supported.
- Adapt Learning Materials: Adjust daily activities and learning resources to match specific learning styles and individual EHCP (Education, Health and Care Plan) goals.
- Monitor and Track Progress: Observe student engagement and progress, providing insightful feedback to class teachers and SEN Coordinators (SENCO).
- Manage Classroom Behaviour: Implement proactive behaviour management strategies tailored to individual SEN requirements to encourage positive learning.
- Promote Independence: Help students develop crucial social, communication, and life skills to build confidence inside and outside the classroom.
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Role Requirements
Must: Haves (Essential)
- Proven experience working with children in a primary school, nursery, or educational setting.
- Clear understanding of supporting children with additional learning needs (e.g., Autism, ADHD, MLD, or SLCN).
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with an approachable, empathetic nature.
- Excellent adaptability, patience, and proactive problem-solving abilities.
- An enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness for one).
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Nice: to: Haves (Desirable)
- Relevant qualifications in Education, Early Years, or Specialist Support (e.g., Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification).
- Specific SEN training (e.g., Makaton, PECS, Team:Teach, or Trauma:Informed practice).
- Prior experience delivering targeted 1:1 or small:group interventions.
What Makes Us Unique And Candidate Benefits
We value the work our support staff do every single day. Joining us means joining a supportive network designed to make your working life easier and more rewarding:
- Competitive Daily Rates: Earn GBP90.00 to GBP105.00 per day, with prompt weekly pay.
- Dedicated Consultant: Benefit from one:to:one support from an experienced education consultant who understands your career goals.
- Flexible Working: Work around your availability with options that support a positive work:life balance.
- Online Booking App: Easily manage your schedule, log hours, and accept placements directly through our streamlined mobile app.
- Refer:a:Friend Scheme: Earn rewards by connecting us with other talented educators and support staff.
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