Sen Teaching Assistant

Supply Desk Ltd; North End; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive school environment

SEN training opportunities

Supportive leadership team

Make a real impact daily

Job summary

Supply Desk Ltd is partnering with a welcoming primary school in Hamseythat to recruit a dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant. You will provide high-quality, tailored support to pupils with EHCPs, focusing on communication, emotional regulation, and access to learning.

The role emphasizes structured routines and positive behaviour management within a nurturing environment. You will work closely with experienced staff and external professionals to ensure every child receives regulated support to

Qualifications

• Experience or strong interest in supporting children with SEN (ASD, speech & language needs, or SEMH)
• Knowledge of EHCPs and differentiation in classroom practice
• Able to use alternative communication tools and scaffold teaching

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 support to pupils with EHCPs in our partnered primary school
• Support communication, emotional regulation, and access to learning
• Collaborate with staff and external professionals to ensure consistent support

Skills

SEN support

Behaviour management

Job description

SEN 1:1 TA - Primary School

Are you passionate about inclusive education and supporting children with Special Educational Needs? Supply Desk are looking for a dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Hamseythat we are partnered with, and provide high-quality, tailored support to pupils with EHCPs.

You'll work closely with children who need additional help with communication, emotional regulation, and access to learning—using effective and structured routines, behaviour management techniques, and a nurturing approach to help them thrive.

You'll collaborate with experienced staff and external professionals, ensuring every child receives the regulated support they need to flourish both academically and emotionally.

Key Skills & Experience

• Experience or strong interest in supporting children with SEN, including ASD, speech & language needs, or SEMH.
• A sound understanding of EHCPs, differentiation, and inclusive classroom practice.
• Confident using alternative communication tools and adapting teaching through scaffolding.
• A nurturing, proactive attitude and ability to work as part of a collaborative support team.

We Offer

• A warm, inclusive school environment rooted in positivity and progress.
• Ongoing training in SEN best practices and communication approaches.
• A supportive leadership team that values every member of staff.
• Opportunities to make a real impact in children's lives every single day.

Requirements

• References for the past 2 years.
• An Enhanced DBS Check on the update service (we can support you in applying for one).
• 6 months of previous experience working with children preferred.

If you believe in the power of inclusive education and are ready to make a meaningful difference, we would love to hear from you.

Safeguarding

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS, including a children's barred list check and, where applicable, a vulnerable adults barred list check, is required for all successful candidates.

To be considered for the role and the rates advertised, you must meet the minimum experience, training or qualifications stated and have the legal right to work in the UK. To be considered for a higher rate, in addition to meeting the minimum criteria, you must be able to demonstrateadditional experience, training and if applicable, qualifications. This role complies with AWR (2010) regulations protecting agency workers' rights. Please note that this job expires after90 days-you can, however, still apply to be considered for similar roles