SEND Teaching Assistant — Inclusive Primary Support

Connex Education; Highbridge; On-site; GBP 17,158 - 20,295; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rates

Weekly PAYE payments

Funded SEND qualifications

Care to Classroom progression

Referral bonus £200

Job summary

Connex Education is recruiting three SEND Teaching Assistants for fixed-term roles at a mainstream primary school in Highbridge/Burnham-On-Sea. Roles are full-time, six hours per day, starting 7th September 2026 and running for at least one term with possible extension.

You will support pupils with diverse needs across classes, delivering 1:1 support, group interventions and assisting teachers in inclusive classroom learning.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children or young people is desirable but not essential.
• SEND experience is preferred but not a requirement.
• A patient, positive and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.
• Knowledge of communication strategies is beneficial but not essential.
• Understanding of safeguarding principles or willingness to complete training.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to pupils with additional learning needs across the school.
• Deliver one-to-one support and facilitate small-group learning activities.
• Work across different classes to support teaching and learning.
• Promote pupils’ independence, confidence and engagement in the classroom.
• Support pupils’ emotional wellbeing, communication and social development.
• Follow guidance from class teachers, SENDCos and the wider school team.
• Contribute to creating a safe, inclusive and positive learning environment.
• Adapt support strategies to meet individual pupil needs.

Skills

Supporting children

SEND experience

Patience and resilience

Communication

Teamwork

Passion for SEND

Education

Enhanced DBS (Update Service)

Job description

Connex Education is recruiting three SEND Teaching Assistants for fixed-term roles at a mainstream primary school in Highbridge/Burnham-On-Sea. Roles are full-time, six hours per day, starting 7th September 2026 and running for at least one term with possible extension.

You will support pupils with diverse needs across classes, delivering 1:1 support, group interventions and assisting teachers in inclusive classroom learning.