1:1 SEN Support
Job description
Primary School Teaching Assistant (1:1 SEN Support)
Location: NP20
Contract Type: Full Time / Part Time / Flexible
Pay: Weekly Pay
Teaching Personnel are currently working with a number of welcoming primary schools across the NP20 area who are seeking dedicated, compassionate, and adaptable Teaching Assistants to provide 1:1 support for pupils with additional learning needs.
This role focuses on supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and complex needs, including Pica. It’s an ideal opportunity for individuals who are patient, resilient, and passionate about making a meaningful difference.
About the Role
- Provide tailored 1:1 support for pupils with ASD and complex needs
- Support communication, sensory development, and behaviour
- Follow individual learning and behaviour plans
- Ensure pupil safety, including close supervision where required
- Encourage emotional regulation and engagement in lessons
- Support daily routines, transitions, and structured activities
- Work collaboratively with teachers and SEN staff
- Help create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
Skills & Experience
- Experience working with SEN/ALN, particularly ASD
- Understanding of Pica (or willingness to learn)
- Knowledge of safeguarding and behaviour management
- Calm, patient, and consistent approach
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Flexible and proactive attitude
Ideal Candidate
- Compassionate and child-focused
- Reliable and resilient
- Highly aware of safety and wellbeing
- Adaptable within a fast-paced school environment
- Holds an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply)
What We Offer
- Weekly pay
- Flexible working options to suit your lifestyle
- Free CPD training (SEN, ASD, Safeguarding, Behaviour)
- Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
- Opportunities to secure long-term roles
If you’re looking for a rewarding role where you can truly support children with additional needs, we’d love to hear from you.
Call Jess on 01633 370 633
Email: Jessica.dunne@teachingpersonnel.com
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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