Y1 SEND Teaching Assistant

Location: DN17
Pay: £95–£125 per day
Contract: Full-time, Long-term

Provide Education are currently recruiting for a SEN Teaching Assistant to work in a Year 1 classroom at a mainstream primary school in the DN17 area.

This is a full-time, long-term position supporting pupils within a Year 1 class. The role will involve working alongside the class teacher and providing additional support to pupils who may need help with their learning, communication, behaviour or day-to-day routines.

You could be working with pupils on a 1:1 basis or in small groups, depending on what is needed. As the children are in Year 1, you’ll need to be someone who is happy working with younger pupils and can make learning engaging and accessible.

About the roleYour day will involve a mixture of classroom support and working directly with pupils. This could include:

• Supporting pupils during phonics, reading, writing and maths
• Working 1:1 with pupils who need additional support
• Running activities with small groups
• Helping children follow classroom routines and settle into learning
• Breaking down tasks so pupils can understand and complete them
• Supporting positive behaviour and helping children manage emotions
• Encouraging children to have a go and become more independent
• Working closely with the Year 1 teacher and SENCO
• Helping to create a positive and inclusive classroom environment

Who we’re looking forThe school would ideally like someone who has previous experience working with children, particularly within a school or early years setting.
Experience supporting pupils with SEND, ASD, ADHD, SEMH or speech and language difficulties would be beneficial, but the right attitude and approach are just as important.
You will need to be:

• Patient and approachable
• Confident working with young children
• Calm and consistent when managing behaviour
• Able to build positive relationships with pupils
• Comfortable adapting your approach to suit individual children
• A good communicator and team player
• Committed to safeguarding and supporting children’s wellbeing

An enhanced DBS on the update service is preferred, although candidates without one may still be considered and supported through the application process.
What you’ll get from Provide Education

• £95–£125 per day, depending on experience
• Weekly PAYE pay
• Full-time, long-term work
• Support from a dedicated consultant
• Access to CPD and training opportunities
• £150 refer a friend scheme (T&Cs apply)

Interested?If you’re looking for a long-term opportunity working with Year 1 pupils and this sounds like something you’d be interested in, please get in touch.
Send your CV to Olivia at [email removed] or apply today.

Provide Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to the relevant pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

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We’re proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.
 
As part of our registration process, you’ll need an enhanced DBS check and we’ll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.