SEND Teaching Assistant

Special Needs Teaching Assistant (KS1 or KS2)

Temp-to-Perm Opportunity (up to 12 weeks)Via Reed Education

Reed Education is delighted to be supporting a highly regarded specialist primary setting in recruiting a dedicated and enthusiastic Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in either Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2, supporting pupils with a range of additional needs in a nurturing and well-resourced environment.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide tailored support to pupils with special educational needs
• Work closely with teachers, therapists, and support staff to deliver engaging learning experiences
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and encouraging classroom environment
• Support pupils’ emotional, social, and academic development
• Contribute to behaviour management strategies and individual learning plans

This role is offered on a temp-to-perm basis, giving you the chance to experience the setting before securing a permanent position—typically within 12 weeks.

Why Join This School?

Feedback from staff, visitors, and inspection reports consistently highlights the school as:

• “A warm, welcoming, and inclusive environment where every child is valued”
• “Staff work exceptionally well together—there is a real sense of teamwork and shared purpose”
• “A fun, friendly place to work where everyone pulls together to support both pupils and colleagues”
• “Strong leadership and a clear commitment to staff development”

Recent external feedback and Ofsted commentary emphasise:

• A positive and supportive learning atmosphere
• Highly collaborative staff teams who go above and beyond for their pupils
• A school culture where well-being and professional respect are priorities
• Pupils who feel safe, happy, and well-supported

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN (desirable but not essential)
• A caring, patient, and adaptable approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs

What Reed Education Offers

• Ongoing support throughout your placement
• Opportunity to transition into a permanent role
• Competitive rates of pay
• Access to training and development opportunities

If you're looking to join a supportive, energetic, and rewarding environment where teamwork is at the heart of everything, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

 Apply today through Reed Education to be considered!