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SEND Support Assistant - Mainstream Primary
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- Nuneaton
- Temporary
- Full Time
- £33,580 - £41,975 Per Day
Job Description
SEND Support Assistant - Mainstream Primary - Nuneaton
Full Time, Immediate Start
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced SEND Support Assistant to join the team at one of our lovely Mainstream Primary schools from September. The school are seeking a passionate educator to bring UK Primary curriculum knowledge to support staff and students.
This is a full time opportunity and would be best suited to a Teaching Assistant with a Level 3 qualification or the equaivalent relevant experience.
The role would be a mixture of 1:1 work as well as small group intervention sessions. Previous experience working 1:1 or in an Alternative Provision would be beneficial but is not necessary.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider school team to support individual pupils' learning and development.
Support pupils to access the curriculum by adapting activities and providing appropriate levels of assistance.
Deliver or support targeted interventions, including phonics, reading, writing, numeracy and communication activities.
Support pupils with a range of needs, which may include Autism/ASD, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language difficulties and additional learning needs.
Promote pupils' independence, confidence and self-esteem, encouraging them to participate fully in school life.
Provide support with emotional regulation and positive behaviour, using strategies agreed with the school.
Build trusting and positive relationships with pupils while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
Monitor pupil engagement and progress and provide regular feedback to the class teacher and SENCO.
Follow individual support plans, EHCP outcomes and school strategies where appropriate.
Support pupils during lessons, break times, lunchtimes and other school activities where required.
Help create a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.
Maintain confidentiality and adhere to school policies and safeguarding procedures.
Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, parents/carers and external professionals where appropriate.
Expectations:
Demonstrate patience, empathy and resilience when supporting pupils with additional needs.
Have previous experience working with children or young people, ideally within a primary school or SEN setting.
Have a genuine passion for supporting children with SEND to achieve their potential.
Adapt their approach according to each pupil's individual needs and communication style.
Remain calm and consistent when managing challenging behaviour or difficult situations.
Demonstrate excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Be proactive and willing to take direction from teachers and the SENCO.
Maintain high standards of safeguarding, professionalism and confidentiality.
Be reliable, punctual and committed to providing consistent support.
Be willing to learn and develop their understanding of different SEND needs and support strategies.
Where required, be able to commute reliably to the school and maintain consistent attendance.
If you are interested in the role and can bring relevant experience and a proactive approach to Primary education - we want to hear from you!
Please apply online with your up-to-date CV, or email your CV directly to Alex at
All interviews are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and sufficient references.
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.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website
Full Time, Immediate Start
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced SEND Support Assistant to join the team at one of our lovely Mainstream Primary schools from September. The school are seeking a passionate educator to bring UK Primary curriculum knowledge to support staff and students.
This is a full time opportunity and would be best suited to a Teaching Assistant with a Level 3 qualification or the equaivalent relevant experience.
The role would be a mixture of 1:1 work as well as small group intervention sessions. Previous experience working 1:1 or in an Alternative Provision would be beneficial but is not necessary.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider school team to support individual pupils' learning and development.
Support pupils to access the curriculum by adapting activities and providing appropriate levels of assistance.
Deliver or support targeted interventions, including phonics, reading, writing, numeracy and communication activities.
Support pupils with a range of needs, which may include Autism/ASD, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language difficulties and additional learning needs.
Promote pupils' independence, confidence and self-esteem, encouraging them to participate fully in school life.
Provide support with emotional regulation and positive behaviour, using strategies agreed with the school.
Build trusting and positive relationships with pupils while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
Monitor pupil engagement and progress and provide regular feedback to the class teacher and SENCO.
Follow individual support plans, EHCP outcomes and school strategies where appropriate.
Support pupils during lessons, break times, lunchtimes and other school activities where required.
Help create a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.
Maintain confidentiality and adhere to school policies and safeguarding procedures.
Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, parents/carers and external professionals where appropriate.
Expectations:
Demonstrate patience, empathy and resilience when supporting pupils with additional needs.
Have previous experience working with children or young people, ideally within a primary school or SEN setting.
Have a genuine passion for supporting children with SEND to achieve their potential.
Adapt their approach according to each pupil's individual needs and communication style.
Remain calm and consistent when managing challenging behaviour or difficult situations.
Demonstrate excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Be proactive and willing to take direction from teachers and the SENCO.
Maintain high standards of safeguarding, professionalism and confidentiality.
Be reliable, punctual and committed to providing consistent support.
Be willing to learn and develop their understanding of different SEND needs and support strategies.
Where required, be able to commute reliably to the school and maintain consistent attendance.
If you are interested in the role and can bring relevant experience and a proactive approach to Primary education - we want to hear from you!
Please apply online with your up-to-date CV, or email your CV directly to Alex at
All interviews are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and sufficient references.
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.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website