Teaching Assistant

Flourish Education; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary (£92.56–£100/day)

Holiday pay (PAYE 12.07%)

Pension contributions

Safeguarding and Prevent Duty training

Refer-a-friend bonus

Ongoing registration & placement help

Dedicated Flourish Education consult

Job summary

Flourish Education is recruiting for a SEND Teaching Assistant to work in an inclusive primary school in Tamworth. The role suits a patient, nurturing TA who helps children with additional needs access learning, build confidence and develop independence.

You will work with the class teacher and SENCO to adapt activities, provide one-to-one and small-group support, and help pupils develop communication, social and emotional skills.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a primary school or specialist education setting.
• Experience as a SEND Teaching Assistant or in a similar job.
• Experience supporting children with additional needs is highly desirable.
• Understanding of supporting learning, communication, behavioural and developmental needs.
• Patient, calm, nurturing and empathetic approach to supporting children’s learning.
• Confidence supporting pupils who may need additional guidance to access learning activities.

Responsibilities

• Support children with a range of additional needs within a primary school setting.
• Provide individualised support to help pupils access the curriculum and participate in learning.
• Adapt activities and resources to meet individual abilities and developmental stages.
• Support pupils with communication, language and social interaction skills.
• Use strategies to support emotional regulation and behaviour as directed by teachers.
• Implement individual support strategies and follow guidance from the class teacher and SENCO.
• Help with transitions, routines and changes throughout the school day.
• Provide one-to-one support and assist small-group learning activities.

Skills

Primary school experience

SEND experience

Patience

Communication skills

Behaviour management

Empathy

Team collaboration

Tools

DBS Update Service

Job description

Flourish Education is recruiting for a SEND Teaching Assistant to work in an inclusive primary school based in Tamworth. This SEND Teaching Assistant role would suit a patient and nurturing SEND Teaching Assistant who is passionate about helping children with additional needs access learning, build confidence and develop independence.

The school combines high expectations with a caring approach, providing a stimulating learning environment where children are supported and challenged to achieve their potential. Inclusion and collaboration are central to its ethos, with teachers, support staff and families working together to meet individual needs. The school is looking for a proactive and compassionate individual who can contribute to this approach and help pupils participate fully in school life.

The role will involve providing tailored support to children with special educational needs and disabilities, helping them access learning activities and develop their communication, social and emotional skills. You will work closely with the class teacher, SENCO and other support staff to adapt activities, follow individual support strategies and create a positive, nurturing learning environment.

The successful candidate will have previous experience working within a primary school or specialist education setting, ideally supporting children with additional needs. The ability to adapt support to meet individual pupils’ needs, follow guidance from teaching staff and contribute positively to the wider team is essential. This is a fulltime position working Monday - Friday - 08.30-15.30. The role will commence January until February half term - Potentially longer.

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting children with a range of additional needs within a primary school setting.

• Providing individualised support to help pupils access the curriculum and participate in learning.

• Adapting activities and resources to meet children’s individual abilities, needs and developmental stages.

• Supporting pupils with their communication, language and social interaction skills.

• Using appropriate strategies to support pupils with emotional regulation and behavioural needs.

• Implementing individual support strategies and following guidance provided by the class teacher and SENCO.

• Helping children manage transitions, classroom routines and changes throughout the school day.

• Providing one-to-one support and supporting small-group learning activities as required.

• Helping pupils engage in activities appropriate to their age and developmental stage.

• Providing encouragement and positive reinforcement to help children develop their skills.

• Working collaboratively with other Teaching Assistants and support staff.

• Communicating effectively with the class teacher, SENCO and wider school team to ensure consistent support.

• Helping to maintain a safe, calm and structured learning environment.

• Maintaining a strong commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and pupil wellbeing.

To be successful in this SEND Teaching Assistant role, you will need:

• Previous experience working within a primary school or specialist education setting.

• Experience working as a SEND Teaching Assistant or in a similar education-based role.

• Experience supporting children with additional needs would be highly desirable.

• A good understanding of how to support children with a range of learning, communication, behavioural and developmental needs.

• A patient, calm, nurturing and empathetic approach to supporting children’s learning.

• Confidence supporting children who may require additional guidance to access learning activities.

• An understanding of positive behaviour management and strategies to support emotional regulation.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• The ability to build positive relationships with children and staff.

• The ability to follow guidance and implement support strategies provided by the class teacher and SENCO.

• The confidence to work both independently with pupils and collaboratively as part of a wider team.

• A commitment to creating a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.

• A strong commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.

• A DBS on the update service, or issued within the last 12 months.

• A minimum of two excellent references.

Working as a SEND Teaching Assistant for Flourish Education also offers you excellent benefits, including:

• Competitive Salary of £92.56 to £100 per day, dependent on experience and qualifications.

• Holiday Pay - PAYE candidates accrue 12.07% of their day rate.

• Pension Contributions.

• Free, comprehensive safeguarding and Prevent Duty training, including modules on legislation, FGM, and abuse.

• A refer-a-friend bonus scheme.

• Ongoing support throughout the registration process and during your placement.

• Regular contact from your dedicated Flourish Education consultant.

This school is based in Tamworth, with surrounding areas including Fazeley, Wilnecote and Amington.

Legal:

Flourish Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects every candidate to share this commitment. All candidates are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Flourish Education is acting as an employment and business agency.