SEN Teaching Assistant KS1 - Amesbury

TimePlan Education; Amesbury; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

CPD courses (e.g., safeguarding, Team-

Supportive team environment

Job summary

TimePlan Education is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support KS1 children in Amesbury. You will work closely with the teacher to adapt materials, support pupils with autism, ADHD, and language needs, and help maintain an inclusive classroom.

You will manage behaviours, report progress, and participate in ongoing CPD opportunities such as safeguarding and SEND training. A driving licence and access to a car are advantageous for travel to school locations in and around Amesbury.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEN in a primary or early years setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• DBS check (Update Service) or willingness to apply for new one.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for KS1 children with SEN.
• Adapt learning materials with the class teacher to align with IEPs.
• Support with emotional and behavioural needs using positive strategies.
• Foster an inclusive, safe, and motivating learning environment.
• Track and report progress to the Class Teacher, SENDCo, and parents.

Skills

Communication

Resilience

Nurturing

Behaviour management

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Childcare/Education

Job description

Are you a passionate and patient educator looking to make a meaningful impact on young learners? We are seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support Key Stage 1 (KS1) children in Amesbury.

Role Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for KS1 children with various Special Educational Needs (such as Autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, or global development delay).
• Adapt learning materials alongside the classroom teacher to ensure lessons are accessible, engaging, and aligned with the children's Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
• Manage emotional and behavioural needs with patience, empathy, and positive reinforcement strategies.
• Foster an inclusive learning environment where young children feel safe, valued, and motivated to learn.
• Track and report progress, collaborating regularly with the Class Teacher, SENDCo, and parents.

Requirements & Ideal Candidate Profile

• Experience: Previous experience working with children with SEN, ideally within a primary school setting or early years environment.
• Qualifications: A relevant childcare or teaching assistant qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 2/3 in Childcare/Education) is highly desirable but not essential if you have strong practical experience.
• Travel: A valid UK driving licence and access to a car are highly desirablle to assist with commuting and traveling to our school locations in and around Amesbury.
• Key Skills: Strong communication skills, resilience, a nurturing nature, and the ability to handle challenging situations with a calm approach.
• Compliance: An enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or a willingness to apply for a new one) is mandatory.

What We Offer

• Competitive daily rates paid weekly.
• A supportive, friendly team environment dedicated to professional growth.
• Access to free ongoing CPD courses (such as Team Teach, Safeguarding, and SEND specific training).
• The chance to truly change the trajectory of a child's early education.

TimePlan Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expect all staff to show this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete Disclosure and Barring Service declarations in line with Section 115 of the Police Act 1997. You will also be required to provide 2 professional references covering at least the last 2 years, and complete our online application followed by a video or face to face interview. TimePlan Education is a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and therefore will not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability or sexual orientation.

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