1:1 SEN Support

Description:

Primary School Teaching Assistant (1:1 SEN Support)

Location: NP8
Contract Type: Full Time / Part Time / Flexible
Pay: Weekly pay

Teaching Personnel are working with schools in the NP8 area who are seeking hardworking, adaptable, and compassionate Teaching Assistants to support pupils on a 1:1 basis, particularly those with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and complex needs, including Pica.

This is a rewarding role for individuals who are patient, resilient, and committed to supporting children with additional needs.

About the Role

Provide 1:1 support for pupils with ASD and complex needs
Support sensory, communication, and behavioural development
Follow individual learning and behaviour plans
Promote safe behaviours and supervise pupils closely where required
Support emotional regulation and engagement in learning
Assist with routines, transitions, and structured activities
Work closely with teachers and SEN staff
Help maintain a safe and inclusive learning environment

Skills & Experience

Experience with SEN/ALN, particularly ASD
Understanding of Pica (or willingness to learn)
Knowledge of safeguarding and behaviour support
Calm, patient, and consistent approach
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Flexible and proactive attitude

Ideal Candidate

Compassionate and child-centred
Resilient and reliable
Attentive to safety and wellbeing
Adaptable in a dynamic school environment
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply)

What We Offer

Weekly pay
Flexible working options
Free CPD (SEN, ASD, Safeguarding, Behaviour)
Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
Opportunities for long-term roles

If you’re passionate about supporting children with additional needs and want a meaningful role in NP8 schools, we’d love to hear from you.

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All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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