1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant

1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant focuses on providing dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil with special educational needs throughout the school day.

What the role involves

• Providing dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil with Special Educational Needs throughout the school day.
• Supporting a child with needs such as Autism, ADHD, SEMH or communication difficulties.
• Implementing strategies to support emotional regulation, behaviour and engagement.
• Working closely with the class teacher, SENCO and external professionals to deliver tailored support.
• Encouraging independence, confidence and participation in classroom activities.
• Building a positive, trusting relationship to support the pupil's academic, social and emotional development.

Skills and requirements

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN/SEND, ideally in a 1:1 setting.

Confirmed role details

• Long-term, Full-time.
• We are currently recruiting for a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming mainstream primary school in Salford.
• This full-time role involves providing dedicated one-to-one support for a pupil with additional needs, helping them access learning.
• Build confidence and thrive within the classroom environment.

Candidate fit

• A patient, calm and nurturing approach.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Additional role context

• Confidence managing additional needs and responding positively to challenging behaviour.
• A genuine passion for supporting children to achieve their full potential.
• The ability to work collaboratively as part of a dedicated school team.