Teaching Assistant (ARB)

Penryn Primary Academy; Penryn; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Penryn Primary Academy in the United Kingdom is seeking a warm, resilient SEND Teaching Assistant to join our Year 2 team. You will work closely with the Year 2 class teachers and our SENCo to provide targeted, adaptable support for pupils with SEND, helping them access the curriculum and build independence.

This role is for 30 hours per week, fixed term until 31 August 2027, term time plus 2 INSET days. The successful candidate will be patient, empathetic, and collaborative, ready to support a

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with diverse SEND needs.
• Understanding of KS1 curriculum and ages 6–7.
• Calm, resilient, and empathetic approach.
• Ability to work with teachers, parents and professionals.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored individual and small-group interventions in literacy, numeracy, and social communication skills.
• Adapt learning materials, visual aids, and sensory tools to meet varied pupil needs.
• Support emotional and social wellbeing and classroom confidence using positive behaviour strategies.
• Track pupil progress and share updates with teachers, SENCo and parents.
• Promote an inclusive, encouraging classroom culture where every child feels valued.

Skills

SEND experience

Patience

Empathy

Teamwork

Education

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.