KS1 Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Ferryhill; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. in Ferryhill is seeking a patient SEN Teaching Assistant to join our KS1 Nurture Hub. You will support children who may need help with learning, communication, emotional regulation, and social development in a nurturing environment.

You will work 1:1 and in small groups, build confidence and independence, collaborate with the class teacher, and help every child reach their potential in a calm, safe setting.

Qualifications

• Experience with SEN or passion for SEN
• Able to support 1:1 and small groups
• Strong communication and teamwork
• Calm, nurturing approach

Responsibilities

• Support pupils 1:1 and in small groups
• Help children build confidence, independence and wellbeing
• Deliver engaging, differentiated activities
• Build positive relationships with pupils
• Collaborate with the class teacher and school team
• Support social and emotional development
• Create a calm, safe, nurturing environment

Skills

Patience

SEN experience

Communication

Team player

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - KS1

Location: Ferryhill

Are you a caring, patient and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs?

We are looking for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming school in Ferryhill, working within our KS1 Nurture Hub.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys building positive relationships with children and wants to make a real difference to their learning, confidence and wellbeing.

The Role

You will work closely with pupils in the KS1 Nurture Hub, providing tailored support to children who may need additional help with their learning, communication, emotional regulation and social development.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 and small-group basis
• Helping children develop their confidence, independence and emotional wellbeing
• Supporting learning through engaging, differentiated activities
• Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils
• Working closely with the class teacher and wider school team
• Supporting children to develop their social and emotional skills
• Creating a calm, safe and nurturing environment where every child can thrive

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is:

• Patient, nurturing and compassionate
• Experienced in or passionate about working with children with SEN
• Confident supporting children with additional emotional and behavioural needs
• Able to build strong relationships with pupils
• Calm, consistent and positive in their approach
• A strong team player with excellent communication skills
• Committed to helping every child reach their potential

Experience within a nurture provision, SEN setting or primary school would be highly desirable.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to become part of a supportive school team where your contribution can have a genuine and lasting impact on children's lives.

If you are passionate about helping young children feel safe, valued, understood and ready to learn, we would love to hear from you.

Ferryhill
KS1 Nurture Hub
SEN Teaching Assistant