Job Description

1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant

Create connection, build trust, and help a young learner find their voice.

Summary

This is a deeply rewarding opportunity to provide consistent, one-to-one classroom support for a non-verbal pupil with additional learning and communication needs. If you are calm, compassionate, and committed to making a meaningful difference, this role offers the chance to help a child thrive in a mainstream setting.

The Role

You will work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to support a non-verbal child, adapting classroom tasks to suit their learning style and supporting their emotional wellbeing throughout the school day. Your role will include helping the pupil access learning, promoting social interaction, and encouraging independence through personalised strategies.

Key responsibilities include:

Providing 1:1 classroom support using a consistent and structured approach Supporting the use of alternative communication methods (e.g., visuals, gestures, Makaton) Helping the child build routines that promote engagement and confidence Monitoring progress and contributing to the child's support plans Working collaboratively with the teaching team, SENCO, and any external professionals Supporting emotional regulation and encouraging positive peer interaction

The Ideal Candidate

Experience supporting pupils with communication or learning difficulties, particularly in a 1:1 setting A calm, empathetic, and patient nature with a strong sense of consistency Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a willingness to work as part of a team A Teaching Assistant qualification (Level 2 or 3) is required for mainstream roles in Cumbria A commitment to inclusive education and enthusiasm for ongoing learning

The School

This mainstream primary school offers a warm, inclusive learning environment with a strong focus on emotional wellbeing and personalised support. Staff work closely together and with families to create a space where every child can access learning in a way that works for them.

Working Hours

Monday to Friday, 8.30?am to 3.30?pm
Open to both full-time and part-time applicants

What's on Offer

Competitive pay Consistent, term-time hours with no shift or weekend work Opportunities for professional growth and development Potential for the role to become permanent
If you're ready to be the steady, supportive presence a young learner needs, we'd love to hear from you.

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: Full-time, Part-time, Temp to perm

Pay: 91.00-105.00 per year

Work Location: In person