SEND Teaching Assistant - KS1, Fixed Term 2026–2028

Putteridge Primary School; Luton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Putteridge Primary School is seeking a dynamic, enthusiastic and nurturing member of staff to work with SEND children across Key Stage 1, including 1:1 support. This is a fixed term post from November 2026 until August 2028.

The role runs 8.45–3.30, Monday to Friday, with a 35-minute daily lunch duty. We welcome committed team players who are friendly, caring and hardworking, and who are keen to develop our school further in a happy professional environment.

Qualifications

• Recent and relevant school-based experience within Key Stage 1
• Working knowledge of the Key Stage 1 curriculum, particularly Maths and English
• Commitment to raising achievement and attainment of all children
• Drive, enthusiasm and commitment to develop the school further
• Committed team player who enjoys working collaboratively
• Friendly, caring and hardworking ethos

Responsibilities

• Work with SEND children across Key Stage 1, including 1:1 support
• Support delivery of KS1 Maths and English curriculum
• Carry out lunch duty for 35 minutes daily
• Collaborate with colleagues as part of the team
• Contribute to raising achievement and attainment of all children

Skills

KS1 experience

Maths & English KS1

Team player

Friendly & hardworking

1:1 support

SEND experience

Job description

Putteridge Primary School is seeking a dynamic, enthusiastic and nurturing member of staff to work with SEND children across Key Stage 1, including 1:1 support. This is a fixed term post from November 2026 until August 2028.

The role runs 8.45–3.30, Monday to Friday, with a 35-minute daily lunch duty. We welcome committed team players who are friendly, caring and hardworking, and who are keen to develop our school further in a happy professional environment.