SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant

Job description

SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant

• Bedford
• Start: ASAP
• Full Time
• Until July 2026 (with potential to extend into September)
• £95 – £105 per day

A supportive mainstream primary school in Bedford is seeking an SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join their team as soon as possible. This role is based within the school’s SEN provision, offering a structured and well-supported environment where you can provide focused, individualised support to a pupil.

The school is part of a well-established multi-academy trust, providing strong SEN support systems, shared expertise, and opportunities for ongoing development.

Your Responsibilities:

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil within the SEN provision
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and wider support team
• Help create a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning space

Essential Job Requirements:

• Experience supporting children with SEND
• Patient, calm, and resilient approach
• Ability to build strong, trusting relationships
• Proactive and adaptable mindset

Why join Teaching Personnel:

• Weekly pay through PAYE – no hidden agency fees
• Your own dedicated consultant for ongoing support
• Free CPD and training opportunities to build your career
• Long-term and permanent opportunities available
• Be part of a supportive, professional network of education staff

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Bedford

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

Between £95.00 and £105.00 Per Hour

Published at

08-05-2026

Profession type

Training

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English