Specialist Teaching Assistant

Randstad Education; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency seeks a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant for a rewarding 1:1 support role in a primary school located in Plymouth, UK. The successful candidate will implement the child's Individual Education Plan and collaborate with teachers and SEN coordinators to track progress. This full-time, temporary position requires patience and communication skills, providing a unique opportunity to positively impact a child’s learning journey.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Supportive team and guidance from SENCO

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder or communication difficulties.
• Demonstrated excellent communication skills with pupils and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 support throughout the school day.
• Deliver targeted intervention sessions based on the child's needs.
• Assist in monitoring the pupil's progress and behaviour.

Skills

Experience with primary-aged children with special educational needs

Excellent communication skills

Ability to maintain professional boundaries

Commitment to promoting inclusion

Education

Relevant qualifications in supporting teaching and learning

Job description

SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant | Primary School Support

Are you an empathetic and dedicated Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding 1:1 support role? We are seeking a full-time, temporary Teaching Assistant to provide focused, individual support to a specific child within our welcoming primary school environment. This is a unique opportunity to make a profound and immediate impact on a pupil's learning journey and well-being.

The Role

The core focus of this position is to support one child across all areas of the primary curriculum. You will be responsible for implementing the child's Individual Education Plan (IEP) or Education, Health and Care (EHC) plan, adapting activities as necessary, and assisting in the management of any specific learning, communication, or emotional needs. You will work closely with the class teacher and the school's Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) to track progress, foster independence, and ensure the child is fully included in school life.

What We Offer

A competitive salary is paid to the Teaching Assistant scale, commensurate with experience and qualifications. This is a specific temporary contract role, providing focused and meaningful experience in special education. You will benefit from a highly supportive team, regular guidance from the SENCO, and the satisfaction of contributing to a child's confidence and academic success.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a highly patient, resilient, and proactive individual who:

• Has previous experience working with primary-aged children with special educational needs (e.g., Autism Spectrum Disorder, communication difficulties, or specific learning needs).
• Demonstrates excellent communication skills, both with the pupil and with school staff/parents.
• Is able to maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality.
• Is committed to promoting the highest levels of inclusion and independence for the pupil.
• Holds relevant qualifications in supporting teaching and learning or special educational needs (desirable).

Key Responsibilities

You will provide tailored 1:1 support throughout the school day, deliver targeted intervention sessions, assist the pupil in navigating social and emotional situations, help monitor and record the pupil's progress and behaviour, and prepare resources specific to the pupil's learning needs.

If you are ready to take on this focused and impactful role, we encourage you to apply.

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