SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant
Posted 1 day 20 hours ago by Tradewind Recruitment
Do you have a passion for supporting children with special educational needs? Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to a child's learning, confidence, and development?
We are working closely with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Rushden who are seeking a caring, patient, and dedicated SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a Year 5 pupil from September 2026.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and wants to provide consistent, individualised support within a nurturing primary school environment.
Your Role Will Involve:- Providing dedicated 1:1 support to a Year 5 pupil with additional needs
- Supporting the pupil's academic, social, and emotional development
- Assisting the class teacher with personalised learning activities and interventions
- Helping the pupil remain focused and engaged during lessons
- Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour
- Encouraging independence, confidence, and self-esteem
- Supporting communication and social skills development
- Helping the pupil access the curriculum and overcome barriers to learning
- Providing reassurance and consistency throughout the school day
- Building a positive and trusting relationship with the pupil
- Working collaboratively with the class teacher, SENCO, and wider school staff
- Supporting the pupil during lessons, transitions, breaktimes, and other areas of school life where required
- Has a genuine passion for supporting children with SEN
- Is patient, caring, empathetic, and understanding
- Can build a strong and trusting relationship with a child
- Has a calm and consistent approach
- Is confident supporting a child on a 1:1 basis
- Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A rewarding full-time opportunity within a supportive Rushden primary school
- A long-term role with potential for a permanent position
- Competitive weekly pay based on experience
- Free access to CPD-certified training, including Autism Awareness, Safeguarding, Behaviour Management, Mental Health, and SEND-focused courses
- Ongoing support from experienced education consultants
- Valuable experience working directly with a child with additional needs
- The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to a child's education and development
- Clear progression routes into specialist SEN roles, therapy pathways, or teacher training
This September, be the person who helps a Year 5 pupil feel supported, confident, included, and ready to learn.