SEN Teaching Assistant

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Job Description

We are looking for a compassionate and adaptable SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional needs in a range of Primary Schools in and around Hereford. As a SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the Class Teacher to provide personalised support for children with special educational needs, helping them access learning and thrive in the classroom. This role offers excellent flexibility, allowing you to choose the days you want to work – perfect for achieving a healthy work life balance.
Job Role:
  • Provide 1:1 support for pupils with SEN, including autism, ADHD, or speech and language needs
  • Follow individual education plans (IEPs) and adapt resources to suit learning styles
  • Support the Class Teacher with classroom activities and behaviour management
  • Work across EYFS, Key Stage 1 (KS1), or Key Stage 2 (KS2) depending on the needs of the child
  • Encourage social development and emotional regulation through positive reinforcement
  • Ensure safeguarding and inclusion policies are followed at all times
Required Skills and Experience:
  • Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning or equivalent
  • Experience as a Teaching Assistant, SEN TA, 1:1 support, or Learning Support Assistant in a UK Primary School
  • Understanding of the National Curriculum and working with children in EYFS, KS1 or KS2
  • Previous experience supporting children with SEN or additional needs
  • Excellent communication, patience, and behaviour management skills
  • Must have previous experience in UK schools
Our Promise To You!
We promise that we will never pressure you into working and will only offer you work where and when you want it, allowing you to fit work around your other commitments – giving you a great work life balance.
As well as only working the days you want to work, in schools you will love and a £100 welcome to the team bonus; working as a SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant for Flourish Education also offers you other excellent benefits, including:
  • £88.92 per day which equates to £17,339.40 per annum based on working 5 days a week for a full school year
  • Holiday Pay – 12.07% of your day rate is accrued into your holiday pot
  • Pension Contributions
  • Free KCSIE compliant Safeguarding and Prevent Duty Training inclusive of modules relating to legislation, FGM and abuse
  • £100 welcome to the team bonus
  • Refer a Friend bonus scheme
  • Regular contact throughout the registration process and once you are at work

This SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant role is based in Hereford, with easy access from Leominster, Bromyard, Ledbury, Ross-on-Wye, and Hay-on-Wye. The Primary Schools have strong local reputations and offer supportive environments, with onsite parking and good public transport links.

Looking to make a real difference as a SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant? Apply today – we’d love to support you in finding the right role that fits your needs and schedule.
Legal
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.