1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant

1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant - Swindon

Location: Swindon, Wiltshire Schools: Mainstream Primary & Secondary Schools Start Date: ASAP / Immediate Start Hours: Full-Time, 8:30am - 3:30pm Pay: £90-£105 per day Role: 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant

Academics Ltd is looking for dedicated and enthusiastic 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistants to join mainstream primary and secondary schools across Swindon. This is a fantastic opportunity to provide personalised support to pupils, help them overcome barriers to learning, and support their academic, social and emotional development.

The Role

As a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with an individual pupil, providing tailored support based on their specific needs and learning goals. You may be supporting pupils with needs outlined in an EHCP or My Plan, helping them to engage confidently with their education and make positive progress.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support tailored to the pupil's individual needs.
• Support pupils to participate in and engage with classroom activities.
• Implement personalised strategies and interventions to support learning and development.
• Encourage pupils' confidence, independence and social development.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils and help create a supportive learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and other members of the school team.
• Maintain clear communication regarding pupil progress and development.
• Support pupils in achieving their individual learning and development targets.

Key Requirements

• Previous experience working with children or young people.
• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN is desirable.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one.
• The ability to provide two recent professional references.
• A genuine passion for supporting children and helping them reach their potential.
• Excellent communication, patience and a positive, nurturing approach.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your experience within the education sector while making a genuine difference to the life of a child or young person.

Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant, an SEN professional, or a graduate looking to begin a career in education, we'd love to hear from you.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy

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