Primary teaching assistant SEND

Supply Desk Ltd; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Supply Desk Ltd in Basingstoke is seeking a dedicated teaching assistant to support KS2 pupils with a range of additional needs, delivering engaging 1:1 and small-group interventions.

You will work closely with teachers and the SENDCo to implement tailored strategies, promote independence and help pupils reach academic and social targets.

This full-time, long-term role offers a stable environment in a school with a strong community ethos and a commitment to safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEND and additional needs across KS2.
• Ability to deliver 1:1 and small-group interventions.
• Demonstrates empathy, patience and understanding of behaviour for learning.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils across KS2 on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
• Delivering targeted interventions to support academic and social development.
• Working closely with teachers and the SENDCo to implement individual support strategies.
• Helping children develop confidence, resilience and independence.
• Supporting learning across phonics, reading, writing and mathematics.
• Promoting positive behaviour and emotional regulation strategies.

Skills

SEND experience

Empathy

Patience

1:1 support

Job description

Basingstoke

Full Time | November 2nd 2026 - July 2027
£92-£100 per day
Hours: 08:15am - 3:15pm

We're looking for someone who can:

• Support children with a range of additional needs across KS2
• Deliver engaging 1:1 and small-group interventions
• Demonstrate empathy, patience and a strong understanding of SEND to meet individual needs
• Promote independence, confidence and positive learning behaviours
• Help children achieve their academic, social and emotional targets and celebrate their progress

.

About the School:

• Smaller-than-average primary school with a strong community feel.
• Positive partnerships with parents and carers.
• Children are valued as individuals and encouraged to develop confidence and independence.
• Supportive and experienced Senior Leadership Team.
• Ofsted-rated "Good" school.
• Inclusive ethos with a strong commitment to supporting pupils with additional needs.

The Role

• Supporting pupils across KS2 on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
• Delivering targeted interventions to support academic and social development.
• Working closely with teachers and the SENDCo to implement individual support strategies.
• Helping children develop confidence, resilience and independence.
• Supporting learning across phonics, reading, writing and mathematics.
• Promoting positive behaviour and emotional regulation strategies.
• Full-time, long-term position from January 2026 to July 2026.

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and other relevant safeguarding and compliance checks in line with Safer Recruitment requirements.