SEND Teaching Assistant: 1:1 Support & Inclusion Must Drive

Five Education; Oxford; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free DBS

Bonus for referring a friend

Specialist mentoring

Job summary

Five Education is seeking a compassionate Teaching Assistant to support pupils with a range of additional needs in Oxfordshire. The role focuses on autism, ADHD, speech and language needs, and physical disabilities, with a strong emphasis on inclusion and student wellbeing.

The successful candidate will 1:1 or in small groups, adapt materials, support communication, and work closely with staff and the SENDCo to implement effective strategies.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting young people with SEND, including Autism, ADHD, and speech and language difficulties.
• Calm, flexible, nurturing approach to supporting varied needs.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviour and promote wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support aligned to EHCP targets.
• Adapt learning materials and teaching approaches for diverse learning styles.
• Support development of communication, emotional regulation, confidence and independence.
• Collaborate with teaching staff and SENDCo to implement effective strategies.
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment throughout the day.
• Supervise pupils during break and lunch times with a focus on wellbeing.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Team collaboration

Resilience

Job description

Five Education is seeking a compassionate Teaching Assistant to support pupils with a range of additional needs in Oxfordshire. The role focuses on autism, ADHD, speech and language needs, and physical disabilities, with a strong emphasis on inclusion and student wellbeing.

The successful candidate will 1:1 or in small groups, adapt materials, support communication, and work closely with staff and the SENDCo to implement effective strategies.