SEND Teaching Assistant - Primary School

Aspire People; Greater London; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People is recruiting an Experienced SEND Teaching Assistant for primary schools in September 2026. This long-term, full-time role offers consistent 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEND across EYFS to KS2.

You will work closely with teachers and SENCOs to differentiate activities and promote independence in a caring environment. Ideal candidates will have recent SEND experience in a UK primary setting, a calm, patient demeanor, and strong teamwork and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Recent experience supporting pupils with SEND.
• Previous experience within a UK primary school.
• Strong understanding of individualised SEND support.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEND.
• Supporting children with Autism, ADHD, communication and learning needs.
• Helping pupils access the curriculum through differentiated activities.
• Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
• Delivering targeted interventions where required.
• Working alongside class teachers and SENCOs.
• Supporting pupils during lessons, breaktimes and transitions.
• Encouraging independence, confidence and social development.
• Recording and feeding back on pupil progress.

Skills

SEND experience

1:1 support

classroom support

communication

teamwork

behaviour management

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Job description

Experienced SEND Teaching Assistant - Primary School

September 2026 | Full-Time | Long-Term Opportunities | Aspire People

With schools preparing to reopen, Aspire People are currently recruiting experienced SEND Teaching Assistants to support primary schools from September 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Teaching Assistant who has genuine experience supporting pupils with additional needs and wants to secure a rewarding role for the new academic year.

The schools we work with are looking for practitioners who can provide consistent 1:1 and small-group support while helping pupils access learning, develop independence and feel confident within the school environment.

The Role:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEND
• Supporting children with Autism, ADHD, communication and learning needs
• Helping pupils access the curriculum through differentiated activities
• Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour
• Delivering targeted interventions where required
• Working alongside class teachers and SENCOs
• Supporting pupils during lessons, breaktimes and transitions
• Encouraging independence, confidence and social development
• Recording and feeding back on pupil progress

We're Looking For:

• Recent experience supporting pupils with SEND
• Previous experience within a UK primary school
• Strong understanding of individualised SEND support
• Calm, patient and consistent approach
• Confident managing challenging behaviour
• Excellent relationship-building skills
• Strong communication and teamwork

A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification would be advantageous, alongside experience supporting pupils with more complex needs.

Why Aspire People?

• September 2026 opportunities
• Long-term and permanent positions
• Competitive rates of pay
• Access to a wide network of primary schools
• Dedicated consultant support
• Opportunities across EYFS, KS1 and KS2

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.