SEN Teaching Assistant: One-to-One Support in Primary

St. Clement's CofE Primary School; Sheerness; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Clement's CofE Primary School in England is seeking a committed SEN Teaching Assistant to support an individual pupil with diverse needs.

You will work closely with the class teacher, SENCo, and other professionals to aid learning, wellbeing and development, ensuring access to the curriculum and positive participation in school life. This 32.5-hour-a-week role runs Monday to Friday during term time (38 weeks).

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting children with additional needs.
• Patient, understanding and empathetic.
• Able to build strong relationships with pupils and staff.
• Confident in following individual support plans and behaviour strategies.
• Observant, proactive and responsive to a pupil’s needs.
• Clear, effective communicator with good interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated one-to-one support for a named pupil under the direction of the class teacher and SENCo.
• Support the pupil’s access to learning and participation in classroom activities.
• Implement personalised strategies and interventions to meet the pupil’s individual learning, behavioural, emotional, or medical needs.
• Assist with the planning and delivery of adapted learning activities.
• Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation, and social interaction.
• Support the pupil during transitions, break times, and school activities.
• Help maintain a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.
• Monitor and record progress, contributing to assessments and review meetings as required.
• Work closely with teachers, parents/carers, and external agencies to provide consistent support.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Observant

Proactive

Job description

St. Clement's CofE Primary School in England is seeking a committed SEN Teaching Assistant to support an individual pupil with diverse needs.

You will work closely with the class teacher, SENCo, and other professionals to aid learning, wellbeing and development, ensuring access to the curriculum and positive participation in school life. This 32.5-hour-a-week role runs Monday to Friday during term time (38 weeks).