Teaching Assistant - SEN Support

Twinkl Educational Publishing; Preston; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with additional needs in a nurturing primary school environment. This long-term role involves providing tailored support to pupils with various needs, including autism and speech difficulties. The ideal candidate will have experience in a primary school setting and a calm, confident approach to managing behavior. Join a supportive team and make a meaningful impact on students' learning and development while enjoying access to valuable resources and ongoing support.

Benefits

Free Twinkl Ultimate subscription

Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting children with special educational needs.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for pupils with SEND.
• Work closely with teachers to implement learning strategies.

Skills

Experience supporting children with SEN

Knowledge of autism

Behaviour management

Communication tools

Education

Relevant training (e.g. Team Teach, PECS, Makaton)

Job description

Elevate Supply is supporting an Ofsted-rated ‘Good’ primary school in Lea Hall looking for a confident and supportive SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team. This long-term role is ideal for someone with experience supporting children with additional needs in a mainstream classroom setting.

About the Role:

Providing 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEND.

Supporting children with a range of needs including autism, speech and language difficulties, and SEMH

Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement learning and behaviour strategies

Promoting pupil engagement, inclusion, and independence

Supporting with communication tools and personalised interventions

The Ideal Candidate:

Experience supporting children with SEN in a primary school

Calm, consistent and confident when managing behaviour and needs

Able to build positive relationships with pupils and staff

Knowledge of autism, sensory needs, or emotional regulation strategies

Any relevant training (e.g. Team Teach, PECS, Makaton) is beneficial

Why Join Elevate Supply?

Access to a free Twinkl Ultimate subscription

Ongoing support and local opportunities from a dedicated consultant

If you're looking to support pupils with SEN in a nurturing Lea Hall primary school, we’d love to hear from you.