SEND Teaching Assistant

Job Title: SEND Teaching AssistantLocation: Central BedfordshireContract Type: Full-Time / Part-Time (Flexible)Salary: £80-£100 per day (depending on experience)Start Date: ASAP

Are you a compassionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant with experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)?Join a welcoming and inclusive school in Central Bedfordshire, where your role will make a genuine difference to pupils' learning and well-being.

We are seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant to support students across EYFS, KS1 or KS2 (depending on your experience and preference). You will work closely with class teachers and the SENCO to implement individual education plans (IEPs), provide 1:1 and small group support, and help create an environment where every child can thrive.

• Provide tailored support for pupils with a range of SEND, including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, and speech and language needs.

• Assist the class teacher in planning and delivering inclusive learning activities.

• Monitor student progress and offer emotional and behavioural support when needed.

• Foster a positive and respectful learning environment.

• Liaise with parents, carers, and external professionals when required.

• Experience working with children with SEND (school-based or equivalent).

• A proactive, empathetic, and patient approach to support.

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

• A relevant qualification (e.g. CACHE Level 2/3, or equivalent) is desirable but not essential.

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).

• A supportive and collaborative school community.

• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.

• Flexible working options.

• Competitive daily pay.