SEN Teaching Assistant

Randstad Education; Woking; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Education is seeking an SEN Primary Teaching Assistant to support pupils with a range of special educational needs in primary settings. This role offers a compassionate, student-centered environment where you can help children reach their potential on a daily basis.

You will work one-to-one or in small groups, assisting with literacy and numeracy, supporting communication and emotional regulation, and collaborating with teachers and the SENCO to implement IEPs in a supportive school

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEN in a school or similar setting.
• Patient, resilient and empathetic.
• Can build strong, positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Confident supporting behaviour and emotional needs.
• Works well as part of a team and follows school policies.

Responsibilities

• Providing tailored one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEN
• Supporting pupils to access the curriculum and engage in learning activities
• Assisting with behaviour management using positive reinforcement strategies
• Supporting pupils with communication, emotional regulation, and social interaction
• Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO to follow individual education plans (IEPs)
• Encouraging independence, confidence, and self-esteem
• Supporting learning in core subjects such as literacy and numeracy
• Assisting with classroom preparation and adapting resources where required
• Providing pastoral care and emotional support throughout the school day
• Supervising pupils during break times, lunchtimes, and school activities

Job description

SEN Primary Teaching Assistant

Pay: £90-£95 per day

We are currently recruiting for a compassionate and committed SEN Primary Teaching Assistant to support pupils within primary school settings. This role is ideal for someone with a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs and helping them achieve their full potential.

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with pupils who have a range of special educational needs, including autism, ADHD, speech and language needs, and social, emotional, and mental health needs. Support may be provided on a one-to-one basis or in small groups, both in and out of the classroom.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing tailored one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEN
• Supporting pupils to access the curriculum and engage in learning activities
• Assisting with behaviour management using positive reinforcement strategies
• Supporting pupils with communication, emotional regulation, and social interaction
• Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO to follow individual education plans (IEPs)
• Encouraging independence, confidence, and self-esteem
• Supporting learning in core subjects such as literacy and numeracy
• Assisting with classroom preparation and adapting resources where required
• Providing pastoral care and emotional support throughout the school day
• Supervising pupils during break times, lunchtimes, and school activities

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience supporting children with SEN in a school or similar setting
• Is patient, resilient, and empathetic
• Can build strong, positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Is confident supporting behaviour and emotional needs
• Works well as part of a team and follows school policies

This is a rewarding opportunity to gain valuable experience within supportive primary schools while making a meaningful difference to children who require additional support.