Teaching Assistant 1-1 SEN Support

Mary Howard Church of England Primary School, Tamworth, Staffordshire, B79 9JJ

31 days remaining to apply

Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
5 January 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
5 December 2025

Job details

Job role: Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern: Part time: 25 hours per week. Term time only. Monday - Friday 9am - 12.15pm, and 3 afternoons per week 12.45pm - 3.15pm
Contract type: Fixed term - EHCP linked expected end date Jul 28
Full-time equivalent salary: Grade 3 £25185 FTE
Actual salary: £14,777

What skills and experience we're looking for

A genuine passion for working with children with special educational needs.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Patience, empathy and a positive attitude.
The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Flexibility and adaptability to meet the changing needs of pupils.
Experience working with children with SEN is desirable but not essential.
Teaching assistant qualification or equivalent

What the school offers its staff

A supportive and welcoming school environment.
A beautiful rural setting
Opportunities for professional development across the Trust.
The chance to make a real difference in the lives of children.
The chance to work within a team who truly care.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

We are seeking a proactive Teaching Assistant to provide specific 1:1 support for a pupil in Year 3 with a diagnosis of Autism (ASD), alongside delivering small group interventions for the wider class.

The focus of this role is to help the pupil access the curriculum, manage their daily routine, and develop their independence, while also boosting attainment for other children through targeted academic groups.

Key Responsibilities

1:1 Support: Support a Year 3 pupil with ASD in accessing learning. This includes managing transitions, implementing sensory breaks, and utilizing visual timetables to reduce anxiety.
Academic Support: Deliver daily 1:1 and small group sessions in Phonics, Literacy, and Numeracy, following the teacher's planning.
Social & Emotional: Support the pupil’s social interaction with peers during break times and group work, modeling positive play and communication.
Interventions: Lead small intervention groups for other Year 3 pupils to close gaps in reading and maths.
Collaboration: Work closely with the Class Teacher and SENCO to review Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and adapt resources to suit the child’s specific learning style.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is patient, resilient, and passionate about inclusive education. You should have:

Experience working with children with Autism and an understanding of sensory needs and potential triggers.
Confidence in delivering Phonics sessions (knowledge of Little Wandle Phonics is desirable).
Strong numeracy and literacy skills to support Key Stage 2 curriculum content.
The ability to build a strong, trusting bond with a specific child while maintaining professional boundaries.
A team-player attitude, essential for working in a small school environment.

For a school visit, please contact the school directly on 01827383245.

For further information please visit www.tssmat.staffs.sch.uk/job-vacancies

Interviews will be held on the 7th January 26.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.