SEND Teaching Assistant
SKILLS
FULL DESCRIPTION
Supporting pupils throughout the school day, SEND Teaching Assistants help create calm and structured learning environments. The focus is on providing tailored academic and emotional support, adapting tasks where needed, and helping pupils feel secure and confident in the classroom. Strong communication, patience, and consistency are essential, alongside a clear understanding of safeguarding responsibilities.
Job Description
Supports pupils with SEND in lessons and structured interventions.
Works closely with teachers to adapt learning activities.
Promotes confidence, independence, and positive behaviour.
Maintains safeguarding, care, and wellbeing standards.
Desired Experience + Qualifications
- Experience working with children who have SEND in education or care settings
- Proven ability to provide 1‑to‑1 support and work in small groups
- Patient, nurturing, dependable and able to build rapport quickly
- Good communication and teamwork skills adaptable in changing classroom environments
About the School
The primary schools within this region are recognised for their warm, inclusive communities where every child is valued and supported to succeed. They pride themselves on adopting personalised approaches to meet the needs of pupils with additional needs, combining high expectations with a caring ethos. Staff work collaboratively to ensure a positive learning environment where children’s academic, social and emotional development are nurtured. This makes the schools attractive workplaces — supportive, forward‑thinking and committed to professional development and inclusive practice.