SEN Teaching Assistant – Nurturing Classroom Support

UCM Recruitment; Orpington; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

UCM Education is seeking a passionate Teaching Assistant to join one of our partner schools in your local area, with opportunities to start ASAP or from January 2027. Roles include mainstream and SEN support across primary settings, including EYFS, KS1 and KS2, with placements in various settings across the UK.

You will work closely with teachers, SEN professionals, therapists, and other staff to support learning, develop communication and independence, and contribute to a nurturing, inclusive

Qualifications

• Experience in SEN, school, nursery, PRU or alternative provision is highly desirable, but transferable skills are welcome.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers with classroom activities and learning across EYFS, KS1 or KS2.
• Provide 1:1 or small-group support to pupils where required.
• Support pupils with additional needs, including Autism, ADHD, MLD, SLD, PMLD and SEMH.
• Help pupils develop their communication, independence, confidence, and emotional regulation.
• Work closely with teachers, SEN professionals, therapists, and other members of the school team.

Skills

Patience

Proactive

Adaptable

Strong communication

Job description

UCM Education is seeking a passionate Teaching Assistant to join one of our partner schools in your local area, with opportunities to start ASAP or from January 2027. Roles include mainstream and SEN support across primary settings, including EYFS, KS1 and KS2, with placements in various settings across the UK.

You will work closely with teachers, SEN professionals, therapists, and other staff to support learning, develop communication and independence, and contribute to a nurturing, inclusive