SEN Teaching Assistant

Job description

Job Description

SEN Teaching Assistant - CalneFull-time & Part-time Opportunities | Term Time OnlyASAP StartCalne£89 - £105 per dayAre you passionate about supporting children with additional needs and making a meaningful impact within a mainstream primary school setting? A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Calne is seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a nurturing mainstream environment, providing targeted 1:1 support to pupils who require additional help to thrive in the classroom.

About the Role - SEN Teaching Assistant - CalneYou will be supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis who require additional support with their special educational needs. The role focuses on building strong, trusting relationships, supporting engagement with learning, and promoting emotional regulation and confidence.

Key responsibilities include:

Adapting learning activities to meet individual needsSupporting emotional regulation and classroom engagementEncouraging communication, confidence, and independenceWorking closely with the class teacher and SENCOCreating a positive, inclusive, and structured learning environmentThe Ideal Candidate: Empathetic, patient, and resilientPassionate about SEN, inclusion, and child developmentA strong communicator with the ability to build rapport quicklyExperience supporting children with SEN (desirable but not essential)Background in Education, Psychology, Care, or similar (beneficial)Candidates with experience as an SEN Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, or those from care, youth work, or support work backgrounds are highly encouraged to apply. Experience working with children with additional needs in a primary setting is advantageous but not essential.

What's on Offer: Flexible part-time and full-time opportunitiesSupportive and experienced school teamValuable experience within a mainstream primary settingOpportunity to make a real difference in children's education and developmentIf you are looking for a rewarding role where you can support young learners and develop your SEN experience, we would love to hear from you. Apply now by submitting your CV to this advert. SEN Teaching Assistant - CalneSalary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Calne

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

02-09-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

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