SEN Teaching Assistant – Stoke (ST2)

Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Until July 2026 (end of academic year)
Location: Stoke-on-Trent, ST2
Hours: Full‑time, Monday–Friday
Pay: Competitive, dependent on experience

About the Role

We are seeking a caring, proactive and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to join a warm and supportive primary school in the ST2 area of Stoke-on-Trent. This is a full‑time position to start immediately and will continue until the end of the summer term.

The school is looking for someone who is confident working closely with children who have a range of additional needs, including:

• ASD / social communication needs
• Speech, language and communication difficulties
• SEMH needs (emotional regulation, confidence, anxiety)
• Moderate learning difficulties
• Sensory needs

You will work under the direction of the class teacher and SENCO to support learning, wellbeing and positive behaviour, both 1:1 and in small groups.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for pupils with special educational needs, following individual learning plans (IEPs/EHCPs).
• Assist the teacher in delivering differentiated activities and structured routines.
• Use positive behaviour strategies to help pupils stay calm, focused and engaged in learning.
• Support pupils with communication, emotional regulation and social skills.
• Encourage independence, confidence and positive peer relationships.
• Prepare learning materials and assist with classroom organisation.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff and the SENCO.
• Promote a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils, staff and families.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and uphold high standards of pupil care.

Requirements

• Experience supporting children with SEN (school‑based or similar setting).
• Calm, patient and nurturing approach.
• Strong communication and behaviour‑management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and support staff.
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one).
• Availability to start immediately and commit until summer.