SEN Teaching Assistant Primary

Smile Education Recruitment; Larkhill; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Smile Education Recruitment is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming mainstream primary school in Kidderminster, commencing September 2026. This full-time role offers the chance to support pupils with SEN across the primary age range.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, help pupils access the mainstream curriculum and work with the school’s SEN team to implement learning plans. The ideal candidate is patient, caring and committed to helping each child thrive.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with SEN in a primary setting.
• Patience, empathy and a proactive approach to learning.
• Ability to follow individual plans and work with the SEN team.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEN.
• Assist pupils to access the mainstream curriculum.
• Support children with a range of additional needs.
• Support learning, social and emotional development.
• Build confidence, independence and engagement in learning.
• Follow individual learning plans and strategies.
• Support positive behaviour and engagement in lessons.
• Collaborate with class teachers, the SENCO and school team.
• Create a safe, inclusive environment where every child can thrive.

Skills

SEN experience

1:1 support

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Education

TA qualification

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant – Full Time – September Start

Location: Kidderminster, Worcestershire

Start Date: September 2026

Contract: Full-time

SEN Teaching Assistant – Mainstream Primary School

Smile Education are currently recruiting for a Full-Time SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and supportive mainstream primary school in Kidderminster, starting in September 2026.

The school is looking for a caring, patient and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) across the primary age range.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children and wants to make a genuine difference to their learning, confidence and development. As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers and the school's SEN team to provide additional support to pupils who require extra help with their learning and development.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEN.
• Supporting pupils to access the mainstream curriculum.
• Supporting children with a range of additional needs.
• Helping pupils with their learning, social and emotional development.
• Building children's confidence, independence and engagement in learning.
• Following individual support strategies and learning plans.
• Supporting positive behaviour and engagement in lessons.
• Working closely with class teachers, the SENCO and wider school team.
• Creating a safe, inclusive and nurturing environment where every child can thrive.

The school is particularly interested in candidates who have previous experience supporting children with SEN within a primary school or similar setting. Experience supporting children with autism, ADHD, learning difficulties, behavioural needs, communication difficulties or other additional needs would be advantageous. Candidates who have worked in a school, nursery, care, youth work or other child-focused setting are also encouraged to apply.

The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will:

• Have experience working with children, ideally within a school or educational setting.
• Have a genuine passion for supporting pupils with additional needs.
• Be patient, caring and understanding.
• Be confident supporting children on a 1:1 and small-group basis.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be able to build strong and positive relationships with pupils.
• Be reliable, proactive and adaptable.
• Be able to work effectively as part of a wider school team.
• Have a positive attitude and a commitment to helping every child reach their potential.

Relevant transferable experience will also be considered.

This is a great opportunity to join a supportive mainstream primary school in Kidderminster and gain valuable experience working with pupils with a range of SEN needs. If you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant, Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or have relevant experience supporting children with additional needs, we would love to hear from you.

Smile Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to appropriate safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications