SEN Teaching Assistant: Primary SEND Support (KS1–KS2)

Long Term Futures Ltd; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Job summary

Long Term Futures is recruiting an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive mainstream primary school in the Sherwood area of Nottingham from September 2026. The role is full-time, long-term temporary, with weekly pay at £110-£125 per day.

You will support pupils across KS1 and KS2 with SEND, delivering 1:1 and small-group interventions, adapting activities, and working with EHCPs. The school values consistency, patience and strong relationships to help pupils engage and progress.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children with SEND – essential.
• Experience in a primary school or similar educational setting.
• Understanding of needs such as ASD, ADHD, SEMH or Speech & Language difficulties.
• Confident delivering both 1:1 and small-group support.
• Experience with EHCPs or individual support plans desirable.
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills.
• Calm and consistent when supporting children who may become dysregulated.
• Proactive, resilient and able to use initiative.
• Genuine commitment to helping pupils make progress.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEND across KS1 and KS2.
• Support children with needs including ASD, ADHD, SEMH or Speech & Language difficulties.
• Follow strategies outlined within EHCPs and individual support plans.
• Adapt classroom activities and resources to make learning accessible.
• Deliver targeted academic, communication and social interventions.
• Support pupils with emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
• Use clear routines, boundaries and positive reinforcement to encourage engagement.
• Help pupils develop confidence, independence and positive relationships.
• Monitor progress and provide regular feedback to teachers and the SENCo.
• Work collaboratively with school staff and external professionals where required.

Skills

SEND experience

Behaviour management

Communication skills

1:1 support

Job description

Long Term Futures is recruiting an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive mainstream primary school in the Sherwood area of Nottingham from September 2026. The role is full-time, long-term temporary, with weekly pay at £110-£125 per day.

You will support pupils across KS1 and KS2 with SEND, delivering 1:1 and small-group interventions, adapting activities, and working with EHCPs. The school values consistency, patience and strong relationships to help pupils engage and progress.