Job Description

1:1 Teaching Assistant

Summary

Sense Education are looking for a dedicated and experienced Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 morning support to a pupil with SEMH and SEND in a mainstream primary school. This is a rewarding, part?time role beginning in September and is perfect for someone who thrives on consistency, structure, and making a meaningful impact each day.

The Role

Working 1:1 with a pupil who requires emotional and learning support, you'll play a crucial role in helping them access the curriculum, regulate their emotions, and feel safe and supported in school. You'll be implementing strategies such as Zones of Regulation, visual timetables, and sensory breaks, alongside behaviour plans and close collaboration with teaching staff.

This role is mornings only, Monday to Friday, and is ideal for a TA looking for a focused, long?term placement with a consistent routine.

The Ideal Person and Skills/Education Needed

A recognised Teaching Assistant, Childcare or Early Years qualification is essential (Level 2 or above) Recent classroom experience, ideally supporting pupils with SEMH and SEND Confident in using emotional regulation strategies and tailoring support to individual needs Reliable, calm, and able to build strong working relationships with pupils and staff

The School

The school provides a structured, inclusive environment where emotional wellbeing is a core focus. Staff are trained in trauma-informed approaches and work collaboratively to ensure every pupil receives consistent and compassionate support. They value skilled teaching assistants who can bring stability and insight to individual support roles.

Hours

Mornings only, Monday to Friday.

If you're a qualified TA looking for a meaningful part?time role this September, this could be the perfect fit.

Safeguarding children is an integral part of what we do and we have a stringent safer recruitment process. We undertake checks on all the candidates we work with. As such we require a current Enhanced DBS Disclosure for everyone working in Schools. If you do not have a subscription to the DBS Update Service, you may be required to complete a new DBS application as part of the registration process. If you take a temporary role with Sense Education you will be paid on a weekly basis. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position but long term. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available.

Job Types: Part-time, Temp to perm

Pay: 91.00-105.00 per day

Work Location: In person