SEND Teaching Assistant

Apply for this job now

Job Description

We are currently recruiting a SEND Teaching Assistant to work in a one-form entry, “GOOD” Ofsted-rated primary school in Cannock.

This role will involve providing 1:1 support for a Reception pupil with ADHD and challenging behaviour. The school is seeking a confident and experienced Teaching Assistant who can build positive relationships, implement behaviour strategies, and provide consistent support tailored to the child’s needs.

The position is full-time, starting in May 2026 and continuing until July 2026, working from 8:30am to 3:30pm.

Required Skills and Experience
To be considered for this Teaching Assistant role, you must:

  • Hold a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification (or equivalent).
  • Have good knowledge and experience of working with SEND, particularly ADHD.
  • Have experience working in nurseries or primary schools as a Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant (LSA).
  • Hold a DBS on the update service or have one issued within the last 12 months.
  • Provide a minimum of two excellent references.
  • Have recent UK school experience.
Working for Flourish Education
As a Teaching Assistant working through Flourish Education, you will receive:
  • A competitive salary of £90–£100 per day (dependent on experience).
  • Pension contributions.
  • Holiday pay – PAYE candidates accrue 12.07% of their day rate into a holiday pot.
  • KCSIE-compliant safeguarding and Prevent Duty training, including modules relating to legislation, FGM, and abuse.
  • Ongoing support throughout the registration process and while in post from your dedicated consultant.
 

This Cannock school has good transport links from Norton Canes, Hammerwich, and Pipehill. On-site parking is also available for those travelling by car.

If you are interested in this role, please get in touch with Hannah at Flourish Education.

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.
 
INDTA