SEND Teaching Assistant - Supportive Primary Classrooms

Connex Education; Town of Chesterfield (NY); On-site; USD 5,700 - 6,400; Full time

Job summary

Connex Education is recruiting SEND Teaching Assistants to support pupils with diverse needs across Chesterfield from September 2026. This role offers opportunities in a respected Multi Academy Trust, with flexible full-time and part-time placements.

You will work closely with teachers, assist pupils with learning access, and implement strategies to boost confidence and progress in a supportive school setting.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEND, SEMH, or additional needs.
• Calm, patient, and empathetic approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one through Connex Education.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with a range of needs including ASD, ADHD, PMLD and SEMH.
• Work alongside teachers to deliver engaging learning experiences.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support.
• Promote pupil independence, confidence and wellbeing.
• Support behaviour management strategies in line with school policies.
• Encourage participation in classroom and enrichment activities.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families.

Skills

SEND experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Empathy

Tools

DBS Update Service

Job description

Connex Education is recruiting SEND Teaching Assistants to support pupils with diverse needs across Chesterfield from September 2026. This role offers opportunities in a respected Multi Academy Trust, with flexible full-time and part-time placements.

You will work closely with teachers, assist pupils with learning access, and implement strategies to boost confidence and progress in a supportive school setting.