1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant
Position: 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Oxford, Primary School
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Contract Type: Full-Time, Term-Time Only
Start Date: ASAP
About Us:
We are working on behalf of a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Oxford, dedicated to providing an exceptional learning environment for all pupils. They pride themselves on their supportive staff, committed to nurturing and guiding each child to reach their full potential. We are a premier education recruitment agency dedicated to serving primary schools across the UK. We specialize in connecting passionate and qualified educators with schools in need of their expertise. Our mission is to support primary education by ensuring that every classroom is staffed with capable and inspiring teachers who are committed to fostering a nurturing and effective learning environment.
The Role:
We are seeking a compassionate and experienced 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to join the team. This role involves working closely with a specific child who has communication and interaction needs as well as Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the child's educational journey, ensuring they feel safe, understood, and motivated to learn.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide 1:1 support to a child with communication/interaction needs and SEMH needs.
- Implement tailored learning strategies in collaboration with the class teacher and SENCO.
- Assist in developing the child's social skills, emotional regulation, and self-esteem.
- Facilitate the child's participation in classroom activities and school life.
- Monitor and report on the child's progress, adapting support as necessary.
- Build a trusting and supportive relationship with the child to foster a positive learning environment.
- Work with external professionals (e.g., speech therapists, educational psychologists) as needed.
Key Requirements:
- Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant, ideally within an SEN setting.
- Experience supporting children with communication/interaction needs and SEMH needs.
- Understanding of strategies and interventions to support children with SEN.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
- Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude towards challenges.
- A relevant qualification (e.g., CACHE Level 2/3, NVQ) is desirable but not essential.
What We Offer:
- A supportive and friendly working environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- The chance to make a real difference in a child's educational experience.
- Competitive salary and benefits.
How to Apply:
To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role.
If this position isn't quite what you are looking for, please still get in touch to discuss other available roles. If you also know of someone else who may be interested, earn extra money with our referral bonus, up to £250!
If you have not received a response within 7 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. For other available positions please refer to our website.
Dunbar Education is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding to ensure the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, to share this commitment. To adhere with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all registrations will be required to fill out our application form in, to receive work. This will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. Dunbar Education is an equal opportunities employer and recognises the value of and seeks to achieve a diverse workforce in schools. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. Dunbar Education is a member of ASPCo compliance plus, for more information please refer to our recruitment & selection policy statement.
