Teaching assistant - Primary SEND

TeacherActive; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible day-to-day supply

Long-term opportunities

1:1 and small-group support

Dedicated consultant

Job summary

TeacherActive is seeking passionate SEND Teaching Assistants to join a specialist primary SEND school in Mansfield. You will support children with a range of needs, helping them overcome barriers, build confidence and reach their potential.

The role is flexible day-to-day with long-term opportunities, offering 1:1 and small-group support in a nurturing learning environment. Pay is £92.63–£100 per day, with opportunities to secure consistent placements.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEND in a school or educational setting.
• Ability to adapt teaching approaches to meet diverse learning needs.
• Commitment to inclusion and helping every child reach their potential.

Responsibilities

• Support primary-aged pupils with SEND, including autism, ADHD and complex needs.
• Provide tailored 1:1 and small-group support to help pupils thrive.
• Create a positive, nurturing learning environment and encourage communication.
• Support emotional regulation, behaviour and social development.
• Collaborate with teachers and support staff to celebrate achievements.

Skills

SEND experience

Creativity

Patience and resilience

Job description

Make Every Day Different. Make Every Day Matter.

Location: Mansfield, Nottinghamshire
Pay: £92.63 – £100 per day
Contract: Flexible Day-to-Day Supply | Long-Term Opportunities Available
Setting: Specialist Primary SEND School

Are you the kind of Teaching Assistant who can turn a challenging moment into a breakthrough? Someone who celebrates the little wins, thinks outside the box and genuinely loves making a difference.

TeacherActive is looking for passionate, proactive and experienced SEND Teaching Assistants to join a fantastic specialist primary school in Mansfield.

You’ll be supporting children with a wide range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), helping them overcome barriers, build confidence and achieve things they never thought possible.

No two days will be the same – and that's exactly what makes this role so rewarding!

What Will Your Day Look Like?

• Supporting primary-aged pupils with a range of SEND, including autism, ADHD, communication difficulties and complex learning needs.
• Providing tailored 1:1 and small-group support to help pupils thrive.
• Creating a positive, nurturing and engaging learning environment.
• Using creative approaches to encourage learning, independence and communication.
• Supporting pupils with emotional regulation, behaviour and social development.
• Working closely with teachers and other support staff to celebrate every achievement, big or small!

We're Looking for Someone Who…

• Brings the energy! You're enthusiastic, proactive and ready to get stuck in.
• Has experience! You've previously supported children with SEND in a school or similar educational setting.
• Thinks creatively! You understand that every child learns differently and you're happy to adapt your approach.
• Has patience and resilience! You can remain calm, positive and supportive when things get challenging.
• Genuinely cares! You're passionate about inclusion and helping every child reach their potential.

Why Join TeacherActive?

• Flexibility that works for YOU!
• Whether you're looking to work a few days a week or want regular, full-time opportunities, we can help you find the right balance.
• Flexible day-to-day supply: Choose work that fits around your availability.
• Long-term opportunities: The chance to secure consistent placements and become part of a school team.
• Variety and experience: Develop your skills while supporting pupils with a diverse range of needs.
• Dedicated consultant: Ongoing support from someone who understands SEND education.

Ready to Make a Real Difference?

Some children need someone who sees their potential before they see it themselves. Could that someone be you?

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

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.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.

Register with TeacherActive or learn more about our services.