SEN Teaching Assistant

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for a full-time role within a welcoming and inclusive Primary School environment?

A supportive Primary School in Gloucester is seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support to a pupil in Key Stage 1 on a long-term basis.

This full-time position will begin as soon as possible and continue until July 2027, offering an excellent opportunity to build a positive relationship with a pupil and make a lasting impact on their learning, development, and wellbeing.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a friendly and supportive staff team committed to providing an inclusive and nurturing learning environment where every child can thrive. The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will work closely with the class teacher and wider school team to provide consistent 1:1 support throughout the school day. Most of the role will be based within the classroom, supporting the pupil to access learning alongside their peers, with some mornings spent outside of the classroom delivering targeted interventions and additional support.

This role is focused on providing high-quality 1:1 support to an SEN pupil in KS1, helping them to access the curriculum, develop their confidence and independence, engage positively with their peers, and achieve their individual learning and development targets. Previous experience supporting children with SEN is highly desirable.

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

• Providing dedicated 1:1 support to an SEN pupil in Key Stage 1

• Supporting the pupil to access classroom learning and participate fully in school activities

• Working alongside the class teacher to deliver personalised learning and intervention activities

• Supporting targeted interventions outside of the classroom, particularly during parts of the morning

• Building a positive, trusting, and supportive relationship with the pupil

• Encouraging the pupil's confidence, independence, communication, and social development

• Using positive behaviour management strategies and supporting emotional regulation where required

• Adapting learning activities and resources to meet the pupil's individual needs

• Providing reassurance and encouragement to help the pupil remain engaged and focused on learning

• Supporting the pupil during transitions, break times, lunchtimes, and other aspects of the school day where required

• Working collaboratively with the class teacher, SENCO, and wider school team

• Maintaining accurate records where required and contributing to the monitoring of the pupil's progress

• Following school policies, safeguarding procedures, and SEND guidance at all times

To be successful in this SEN Teaching Assistant role, you will need:

• Previous experience working with children with SEN is highly desirable

• Experience providing 1:1 support to children within a Primary School setting would be advantageous

• A relevant Teaching Assistant or SEND qualification is desirable

• A calm, patient, and nurturing approach

• The ability to build positive relationships with children and understand their individual needs

• Good behaviour management skills and the ability to remain consistent and positive

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• The ability to support learning both within the classroom and through targeted interventions

• A proactive, adaptable, and child-centred approach

• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs to achieve their full potential

• A reliable, professional, and compassionate attitude

Working as an SEN Teaching Assistant for Flourish Education also offers you excellent benefits, including:

• Competitive Salary – £18,049 - £19,500 per annum based on working 5 days a week, and previous experience.

• Holiday pay – PAYE candidates accrue 12.07% of their day rate

• Pension contributions

• Free, comprehensive safeguarding and Prevent Duty training, including modules on legislation, FGM, and abuse

• A refer-a-friend bonus scheme

• Ongoing support throughout the registration process and during your placement

This SEN Teaching Assistant role is based in Gloucester and is easily commutable from Cheltenham, Stroud, Cirencester, and surrounding areas. The school offers good transport links and is accessible from the surrounding areas.

If you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding long-term opportunity supporting a pupil on a 1:1 basis within a supportive Primary School, apply now or get in touch for more information. We look forward to hearing from you.

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Flourish Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects every candidate to share this commitment. All candidates are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Flourish Education is acting as an employment and business agency.
















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