Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive; Ambaston; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD Courses

Market rate pay

Referral bonus

Onboarding support

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting a full-time SEN Teaching Assistant for a mainstream primary school in Borrowash, to support an EYFS child with ADHD throughout the school day. The role runs ASAP until July 2027, helping with classroom activities, routines and learning in a structured, supportive environment.

The successful candidate will assist with engaging activities, build confidence and integrate the child into daily learning, working as part of a friendly team.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEN / SEND in a primary or Early Years setting.
• Experience supporting children with ADHD.
• A good understanding of EYFS and early childhood development.
• The ability to create engaging and positive learning experiences.
• A patient, energetic and caring approach.
• A can-do attitude and the ability to work well as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Help the child engage with classroom activities.
• Develop routines to support learning.
• Build confidence and access learning in a fun, structured and supportive way.

Skills

SEN/SEND experience

ADHD experience

EYFS knowledge

Engaging learning

Patience & energy

Team player

Job description

Are you an energetic SEN Teaching Assistant who loves making learning fun and engaging?

Do you have experience supporting children with ADHD in an Early Years setting?

Are you ready to bring patience, creativity and plenty of enthusiasm to a busy and rewarding school day?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a welcoming mainstream primary school in Borrowash, where staff work closely together to create a positive and engaging learning environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive team and make a real difference to a child at the very start of their education.

The school is looking to take on a full-time SEN Teaching Assistant from ASAP until July 2027, supporting an EYFS child with ADHD throughout the school day. The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will help the child engage with classroom activities, develop routines, build confidence and access learning in a fun, structured and supportive way.

The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will have:

• Experience supporting children with SEN / SEND in a primary or Early Years setting
• Experience supporting children with ADHD
• A good understanding of EYFS and early childhood development
• The ability to create engaging and positive learning experiences
• A patient, energetic and caring approach
• A can-do attitude and the ability to work well as part of a team

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £200 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.