SEN Teaching Assistant: 1:1 & Small Groups in Mainstream

Teachers UK; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rate (90–110)

PAYE paid weekly

Long-term stability

CPD opportunities

Dedicated consultant support

Refer a friend scheme

Job summary

Teachers UK is seeking a patient and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive mainstream school in Bolsover, helping pupils with additional needs access learning. This is a full-time, long-term position with 1:1 or small group support, a strong safeguarding focus and access to CPD opportunities through a dedicated consultant.

The role offers competitive pay and ongoing professional development within a collaborative school environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant or SEN TA.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND in mainstream settings.
• Understanding of ASD, ADHD, SEMH or speech and language needs.
• Ability to build strong, supportive relationships with pupils.
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills.
• Patient, resilient and nurturing approach.
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.
• Enhanced DBS on update service or willingness to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Adapt learning activities to different learning styles.
• Support the class teacher in delivering inclusive lessons.
• Help manage behaviour with consistent strategies.
• Encourage engagement, independence and confidence.
• Work closely with the SENCO, teacher and wider support staff.

Skills

Teaching Assistant experience

SEND experience

ASD/ADHD/SEMH

Relationship building

Communication skills

Behaviour management

Patience & resilience

Safeguarding

Job description

Teachers UK is seeking a patient and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive mainstream school in Bolsover, helping pupils with additional needs access learning. This is a full-time, long-term position with 1:1 or small group support, a strong safeguarding focus and access to CPD opportunities through a dedicated consultant.

The role offers competitive pay and ongoing professional development within a collaborative school environment.