Primary SEN Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay via PAYE

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is seeking a Primary SEN Teaching Assistant in Milton Keynes to support pupils with SEND in a mainstream school. The role involves 1:1 and group support to access the curriculum, and collaboration with teachers to differentiate learning and implement ISPs.

You will foster an inclusive classroom, support social interactions, and use calm, proactive guidance to aid emotional regulation and independence.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting primary pupils with SEND or SEMH in a school.

Responsibilities

• 1:1 & Group Support: Guide pupils with SEN to access the mainstream curriculum and build independence.
• Differentiated Learning: Adapt lessons and deliver Individual Support Plans (ISPs).
• Inclusive Environment: Foster positive social interactions and help pupils integrate with peers.
• Positive Guidance: Use de-escalation and nurture techniques to support emotional regulation.

Skills

Patience

Adaptability

Strong communication

Team Teach training

Job description

Primary SEN Teaching Assistant (Mainstream School)

Location: Milton Keynes

Hours: Full-time (Mon–Fri, 08:30–15:30)

Pay: Competitive daily rate, paid weekly

Are you passionate about helping primary pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) succeed in a mainstream environment? We are looking for a dedicated Primary SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive, inclusive mainstream primary school in Milton Keynes.

Your Role

• 1:1 & Group Support: Guide pupils with SEN (including ASC and SEMH) to access the mainstream curriculum and build independence.
• Differentiated Learning: Work alongside class teachers to adapt lessons and deliver Individual Support Plans (ISPs).
• Inclusive Environment: Foster positive social interactions and help pupils integrate seamlessly with their peers.
• Positive Guidance: Use proactive de-escalation and nurture techniques to support emotional regulation.

What You’ll Need

• Experience: Prior experience supporting primary-aged pupils with SEND or SEMH in a school setting.
• Skills: Patience, adaptability, strong communication, and Team Teach training (or willingness to train).
• Compliance: Enhanced Child DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply) and full UK Right to Work.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive weekly pay via PAYE.
• Dedicated local recruitment consultant.
• Continuous professional development (CPD) training opportunities.

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.