Primary SEND Teaching Assistant

PK Education; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education agency is seeking a Primary SEND Teaching Assistant to work across various primary schools in South Yorkshire. This role involves providing support to students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and assisting the class teacher. Candidates should have experience in UK primary schools and a passion for promoting an inclusive learning environment. The position offers competitive pay and ongoing support, with immediate starts available.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

Wide variety of placements

Ongoing support from a dedicated team

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in UK primary schools is essential.
• Experience supporting children with SEND such as ASD, ADHD, SEMH, MLD, SLD.
• Team Teach training is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1 and small group support for pupils with SEND.
• Supporting children with EHCPs across EYFS, KS1, and KS2.
• Assisting the class teacher with behaviour management and learning activities.
• Implementing strategies to support pupils’ emotional, social, and academic development.
• Promoting a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.

Skills

Experience working in UK primary schools

Supporting children with SEND

Team Teach training

Behaviour management

Flexibility

Reliability

Job description

Job Title: Primary SEND Teaching Assistant

Location: Various Primary Schools

Start Date: Immediate

Employer: PK Education

PK Education are currently working in partnership with a large number of primary schools who are seeking Primary SEND Teaching Assistants / Learning Support Assistants for immediate starts.

We are looking for dedicated, patient, and proactive individuals to support pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) across a range of primary school settings.

The Role

• Providing 1 and small group support for pupils with SEND
• Supporting children with EHCPs across EYFS, KS1, and KS2
• Assisting the class teacher with behaviour management and learning activities
• Implementing strategies to support pupils’ emotional, social, and academic development
• Promoting a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience working in UK primary schools (essential)
• Experience supporting children with SEND (e.g. ASD, ADHD, SEMH, MLD, SLD)
• Team Teach training is highly desirable
• Confident managing behaviour and supporting pupils with additional needs
• Flexible, reliable, and able to adapt to different school environments
• Holds or is willing to obtain an enhanced DBS on the Update Service

What PK Education Offer

• Competitive rates of pay
• A wide variety of placements across local primary schools
• Ongoing support from a dedicated c…