Teaching Assistant

1:1 Teaching Assistant – Primary School

Location: Millbrook

Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? Whether you're an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant, a support worker, care worker, youth worker, or someone with a background in supporting children or adults with additional needs, we'd love to hear from you.

We are seeking a dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a child with SEN within a welcoming mainstream primary school. This rewarding full-time role offers the opportunity to make a genuine difference to a child's educational journey by providing the consistency, encouragement and support they need to succeed.

About the Role

• Pay rate: £14.25 per hour
• Working hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm (term time only)
• Contract type: Full-time
• Providing 1:1 support for a pupil with SEN
• Supporting small intervention groups when required
• Working closely with teachers and the wider school team to promote positive outcomes

Who We're Looking For

We welcome applications from:

• Experienced SEN Teaching Assistants
• Support workers and care workers
• Youth workers, nursery practitioners, and learning support assistants
• Individuals with personal or professional experience supporting people with additional needs
• Candidates from all backgrounds who are passionate about helping children reach their full potential

You will need:

• A calm, patient, and nurturing approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• At least two years' employment history
• A Child DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay
• A rewarding role where you can make a lasting impact every day
• Valuable experience within a supportive school environment
• Ongoing guidance and support from a dedicated recruitment consultant
• Opportunity to go permanent with the right school 

If you're committed to supporting children with additional needs and helping them thrive both academically and socially, we'd love to hear from you.

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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.
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