SEND Primary Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 consultant support

Guaranteed Payment Scheme

CPD courses access

Referral bonus (£100)

PAYE payroll

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting a Primary SEND Teaching Assistant in Nottingham from September, working in several primary schools across Nottinghamshire. You will provide one-to-one and small-group support for pupils with SEND, adapt activities to individual needs, and collaborate with teachers to promote engagement.

This role offers flexible day-to-day work with potential long-term opportunities for the right candidate. All staff are paid PAYE.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting primary-aged children with SEND.
• Excellent communication and behaviour management skills.
• Ability to tailor support to each child’s individual needs.
• A patient, resilient and flexible approach.
• Experience working within education, SEND or care settings.
• A proactive attitude towards children’s learning and development.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support.
• Assist with tailored learning activities.
• Work closely with teachers and support staff to foster positive engagement.

Skills

SEND support

Communication

Behaviour management

Tailored support

Education experience

Proactive attitude

Relationship building

Job description

East Midlands/ temporary / £95 - 105 per day

Do you have experience supporting primary-aged children with SEND?

Are you confident in adapting your approach to meet diverse learning, communication and behavioural needs?

Are you seeking flexible work in primary schools, with the potential to secure a longer-term position?

TeacherActive is proud to collaborate with a number of primary schools across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire that support pupils with a wide range of additional needs. These schools offer welcoming, nurturing environments where children are encouraged to develop confidence, independence and positive relationships alongside their academic progress.

We are recruiting a Primary SEND Teaching Assistant on a day-to-day basis from September, with long-term opportunities available for the right candidate. The successful candidate will provide one-to-one and small-group support, assist with tailored learning activities, and work closely with teachers and support staff to foster positive engagement.

This role is ideally suited to someone who is patient, adaptable and passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning.

Key qualities and experience required:

• Experience supporting primary-aged children with SEND
• Excellent communication and behaviour management skills
• Ability to tailor support to each child’s individual needs
• A patient, resilient and flexible approach
• Experience working within education, SEND or care settings
• A proactive attitude towards children’s learning and development
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues

What we offer in return:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to support you through a straightforward onboarding process
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme — terms and conditions apply
• Access to CPD courses and certificates via the My-Progression platform
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme — receive up to £100 for referring a friend — terms and conditions apply

All staff are paid through PAYE, ensuring the correct deductions for tax and National Insurance. There are no administration fees deducted from your earnings.

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.