SEND Teaching Assistant

Job 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. 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 with SEND in either educational or care settings
• Ability to create a nurturing and positive learning environment
• Knowledge of the national curriculum and how to support access for all learners
• Strong interpersonal skills, reliability and a proactive approach

About the School

This primary school in the Oxford area is dedicated to inclusion and high‑quality support for all learners. The staff team works closely together to ensure that pupils with SEND receive tailored support that enables them to thrive academically, socially and emotionally. The environment is welcoming, respectful and focused on individual progress and well‑being.