SEN Teaching Assistants (Primary) - Norwich

Randstad Education; Norwich; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant in Norwich. In this full-time role, you will provide essential support to students with special educational needs, ensuring an inclusive and nurturing environment. The ideal candidate will have a Level 2 TA qualification and experience with SEN, ready to facilitate learning and engagement in a primary setting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with a range of SEN (e.g., Autism, ADHD, SpLD).
• Effective de-escalation, communication, and interpersonal abilities.
• Knowledge of safeguarding procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to SEN students.
• Implement and track progress against Individualised Education Plans (IEPs/EHCPs).
• Adapt learning materials and classroom activities under teacher guidance.

Skills

Experience with SEN

Communication skills

Empathy

Creativity

Education

Level 2 TA qualification

Job description

Do you have a knack for making learning fun and accessible for every child?

Do you excel at leading small group interventions for literacy and numeracy?

Are you looking for a role where your expertise can truly influence a child's progress?

If you are a dedicated and resilient professional, you could be the perfect fit!

Position: SEN Teaching Assistant - Primary

Location: Across Norwich

Contract Type: Full-Time Permanent position

Start Date: ASAP/September and January

Qualification: Level 2 TA, SEN experience

Randstad Education is looking for patient and creative SEN Teaching Assistants to join our team. In this hugely rewarding role, you'll be a key figure in a child's early educational journey, providing the essential support they need to thrive.

This is a full time permanent position and you will be required to support five days a week Monday - Friday inline with school hours.

You can easily apply by simply emailing me your CV now to [e-mail] or you can also call me on 07441 928189.

Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to SEN students.
• Implement and track progress against Individualised Education Plans (IEPs/EHCPs).
• Adapt learning materials and classroom activities under teacher guidance.
• Support students' social, emotional, and behavioural needs.
• Observe, record, and report on student progress to the teacher.
• Maintain a safe, positive, and inclusive classroom environment.

Preferred Skills:

• Proven experience with a range of SEN (e.g., Autism, ADHD, SpLD).
• Strong understanding of safeguarding procedures and SEN strategies.
• Effective de-escalation, communication, and interpersonal abilities.
• Relevant TA or Special Education qualification is desirable.
• A full, clean driving licence.

Personal Attributes:

• Be comfortable and confident in managing challenging behaviours.
• Ability to engage with, and build rapport with the students.
• Be creative, proactive and flexible in their supporting style.
• Have experience with SEND or knowledge learning difficulties.
• Patient, empathetic, and resilient.

Please note that this role is unable to offer any Sponsorship at this time.

All candidates will be subject to Randstad Education's child protection and UK eligibility vetting including a DBS check and providing satisfactory references. A DBS on the update service would be a distinct advantage due to the urgent nature of some of these roles.

If you have recent and relevant experience for this position and are immediately available for work then please email me your CV now to [e-mail] and I will be in touch with you!!

I look forward to hearing from you soon!