SEN Teaching Assistant

Flourish Education; Cirencester; On-site; GBP 12,915 - 18,450; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday Pay

Pension Contributions

Free Safeguarding Training

Refer a Friend bonus scheme

Job summary

A leading education staffing agency is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant in Cirencester. You will support Class Teachers and pupils across various key stages, with flexibility in your working hours. Ideal candidates will have UK primary school experience and relevant qualifications in SEN support. The role offers competitive benefits like holiday pay and pension contributions. Apply now to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students while enjoying a great work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a SEN Teaching Assistant in UK Primary Schools.
• Knowledge of National Curriculum and Key Stage frameworks.
• Strong interpersonal skills for effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering lessons for pupils with additional needs.
• Assist pupils across EYFS, KS1, and KS2.
• Implement National Curriculum activities tailored to individual needs.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to adapt

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 qualifications relevant to SEN support

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant roles in Primary School settings are now available in Cirencester for January 2026. As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will have the flexibility to choose the days you work, allowing you to fit shifts around other commitments and maintain a strong work life balance.

This role provides the opportunity to support Class Teachers and pupils across Key Stage 1 (KS1), Key Stage 2 (KS2), Reception, and EYFS, making a real difference every day. Previous UK school experience is essential, and your contribution will be valued from day one.

JOB ROLE

• Support Class Teachers in delivering engaging lessons for pupils with additional needs.
• Assist pupils across EYFS, Key Stage 1 (KS1), and Key Stage 2 (KS2).
• Deliver one-to-one or small group interventions under the guidance of the Class Teacher.
• Help implement National Curriculum activities tailored to individual SEN requirements.
• Support the classroom environment, ensuring pupils’ safety and well‑being.
• Collaborate with colleagues to create a positive learning environment for all pupils.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Previous experience working as a SEN Teaching Assistant, TA, or Class Teacher in UK Primary Schools.
• Knowledge of National Curriculum, Key Stage 1 (KS1), Key Stage 2 (KS2), Reception, and EYFS.
• Level 2 or Level 3 qualifications relevant to SEN support.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt to the needs of pupils and support inclusive learning.

OUR PROMISE TO YOU

We promise that we will never pressure you into working and will only offer you work where and when you want it, allowing you to fit work around your other commitments – giving you a great work life balance.

Working as a SEN Teaching Assistant for Flourish Education also offers you other excellent benefits, including:

• Holiday Pay – 12.07% of your day rate is accrued into your holiday pot.
• Pension Contributions.
• Free KCSIE compliant Safeguarding and Prevent Duty Training inclusive of modules relating to legislation, FGM and abuse.
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme.
• Regular contact throughout the registration process and once you are at work.

LOCATION

Based in Cirencester, easily commutable from Tetbury, Fairford, Kemble, Moreton‑in‑Marsh, Stratton, and Quenington. Excellent transport links and onsite parking available.

If you are a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant who loves working in Primary Schools and supporting Class Teachers and pupils, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join the Flourish Education team and start making a difference today.

LEGAL

Flourish Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects every candidate to share this commitment. All candidates are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Flourish Education is acting as an employment and business agency.