Teaching Assistant

Penryn Primary Academy; Penryn; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Penryn Primary Academy is seeking a warm, resilient SEND Teaching Assistant to join our Year 2 team. You will support a small group of pupils with SEND, helping them access the curriculum and build independence in a collaborative, inclusive classroom.

You will work alongside year group teachers and the SENCo, delivering targeted interventions, adapting learning materials, and tracking progress to share with families and professionals.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with diverse SEND requirements (e.g., Autism, Speech & Language needs, ADHD, or SEMH).
• Understanding of the KS1 curriculum and age-appropriate learning for 6- to 7-year-olds.
• Patience, empathy and genuine passion for unlocking potential in every child.
• Team spirit with strong collaboration with teachers, parents and external professionals.

Responsibilities

• Targeted Support: Deliver tailored interventions in literacy, numeracy, and social communication.
• Adaptive Learning: Adapt materials and tools to meet varied pupil needs.
• Emotional & Social Wellbeing: Support emotional regulation and confidence in the classroom.
• Progress Tracking: Maintain concise notes on pupil progress for teachers and parents.
• Inclusive Environment: Promote an inclusive, supportive classroom culture.

Skills

SEND experience

KS1 familiarity

Job description

The Role

We are seeking a warm, resilient, and proactive SEND Teaching Assistant to join our energetic Year 2 team.

In this role, you will work closely with the Year 2 class teachers and our SENCo to provide targeted, adaptable support for a small group of pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Rather than 1-to-1 support for a single pupil, you will work flexibly across the year group to empower several children—helping them access the curriculum, build independence, and flourish social-emotionally.

The position is for 30 hours per week, fixed term until 31st August 2027, term time plus 2 INSET days.

Key Responsibilities

• Targeted Support: Deliver tailored individual and small-group interventions in literacy, numeracy, and social communication skills.

• Adaptive Learning: Work alongside class teachers to adapt learning materials, visual aids, and sensory toolkits to meet varied pupil needs.

• Emotional & Social Wellbeing: Help children develop emotional regulation, peer relationships, and classroom confidence using positive behaviour strategies.

• Progress Tracking: Keep clear, concise notes on individual pupil progress to share with teachers, the SENCo, and parents/carers.

• Inclusive Environment: Promote an inclusive, encouraging classroom culture where every child feels valued and supported.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have:

• SEND Experience: Previous experience supporting children with diverse SEND requirements (e.g., Autism, Speech & Language needs, ADHD, or SEMH).

• Year 2 / KS1 Familiarity: An understanding of the Key Stage 1 curriculum and the developmental needs of 6- to 7-year-olds (desirable, but passion and adaptability matter most!).

• Patience & Empathy: A calm, resilient demeanour and a genuine passion for unlocking potential in every child.

• Team Spirit: Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with teachers, parents, and external professionals.