SEND Specialist Teaching Assistant
| Company: | senploy |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £130 to £140 a day |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | TS24 0SA |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 29 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 27 Oct 2026 |
Summary
SEND Specialist Teaching Assistant
Location: Middleton
Contract: Temp
Full time/Part time: Full time
Pay: £130-£140 per day
Start date: ASAP
Expected End date: End of the academic year
A welcoming primary school in Middleton is seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEND Specialist Teaching Assistant to join their team on a long-term basis. The school provides a supportive and inclusive environment for pupils with a range of additional needs, ensuring every child receives the personalised support they need to thrive.
The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting pupils throughout the school day, working closely with teachers and the wider support team to provide high-quality academic, social and emotional support.
Key responsibilities:
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Providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEND
Providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEND
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Supporting pupils with a range of additional needs within a mainstream primary setting
Supporting pupils with a range of additional needs within a mainstream primary setting
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Assisting with learning, communication, social development and emotional regulation
Assisting with learning, communication, social development and emotional regulation
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Supporting positive behaviour and helping pupils develop independence
Supporting positive behaviour and helping pupils develop independence
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Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils
Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils
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Following individual support plans and contributing to pupils' development
Following individual support plans and contributing to pupils' development
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Working closely with teachers and other support staff to ensure pupils receive consistent support
Working closely with teachers and other support staff to ensure pupils receive consistent support
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Creating a calm, safe and nurturing environment for pupils
Creating a calm, safe and nurturing environment for pupils
What the school offers:
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A supportive and inclusive primary school environment
A supportive and inclusive primary school environment
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A welcoming and experienced staff team
A welcoming and experienced staff team
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A supportive environment focused on pupil development and wellbeing
A supportive environment focused on pupil development and wellbeing
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A rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference to pupils with SEND
A rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference to pupils with SEND
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Long-term, ongoing work until the end of the academic year
Long-term, ongoing work until the end of the academic year
This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about supporting children with additional needs and looking to develop their experience within a primary school setting.
The successful applicant will:
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Have experience working with children or young people, ideally within an SEND setting
Have experience working with children or young people, ideally within an SEND setting
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Be patient, calm and nurturing in their approach
Be patient, calm and nurturing in their approach
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Be confident supporting pupils with additional needs and/or challenging behaviour
Be confident supporting pupils with additional needs and/or challenging behaviour
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Be proactive and able to work effectively as part of a team
Be proactive and able to work effectively as part of a team
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Have strong communication and interpersonal skills
Have strong communication and interpersonal skills
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Have full-time availability for the duration of the role
Have full-time availability for the duration of the role
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Hold a valid Enhanced DBS on the child workforce
Hold a valid Enhanced DBS on the child workforce
What we offer
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Free access to CPD and safeguarding training
Free access to CPD and safeguarding training
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Dedicated consultant and ongoing support
Dedicated consultant and ongoing support
Compliance and safeguarding:
This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS (child workforce), satisfactory references, and full compliance with KCSIE (2026) guidance and safer recruitment standards. Overseas police checks may be required where applicable. Educato Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Educato Limited acts as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.