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SEN Teaching Assistant
- Posted: 10-12-2025
- Category: SEN
- Location: Leicester
- Type: Full-time / Temporary
- Salary: £85 - £110 per day
A friendly and inclusive primary school in Nuneaton is looking for a SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a young girl with autism. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone patient, caring and committed to helping children succeed in school.
You’ll work closely with the class teacher and SEN team, supporting learning, communication and confidence in a nurturing environment where staff and pupils are truly valued.
The Role
- Provide 1:1 classroom support for a pupil with autism
- Help her engage in learning, build independence and develop social skills
- Support communication, emotional regulation and positive routines
- Adapt activities and resources to meet individual needs
- Work closely with teachers, SEN staff and parents
- Create a calm, encouraging and supportive learning space
- Warm, patient and understanding
- Experience supporting children with autism (desirable)
- Passionate about working with SEND pupils
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Positive, reliable and dedicated to consistent support
- A welcoming, supportive and inclusive team
- Ongoing SEN guidance and professional development
- A nurturing environment where staff wellbeing matters
- Training opportunities to build your SEN skills
- A chance to make a meaningful difference every day
You can apply directly or contact tia@smile-education.co.uk or on 07955 295307.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to Prohibited List, Barred List, DBS and qualification checks.
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We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.
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