Connex - Nottingham
SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Nottingham
Salary: £425 – £475 per week (depending on qualifications and experience)
To apply, you must show proof of right to work in the UK
About the Role
Connex Education is working in partnership with a primary school in Nottingham to recruit a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant for a 1:1 support role, starting in September. This is a fantastic long-term opportunity (5 days per week) to make a real difference in a child’s life by supporting their social, emotional, and academic development in a nurturing learning environment.
The successful candidate will be supporting a pupil with special educational needs (SEN), including autism, anxiety, and challenging behaviours, working closely with the class teacher and the SENCO to implement tailored strategies that foster progress and engagement.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide 1:1 support for a child with SEN in a primary school setting
- Assist with implementing individual education plans (IEPs)
- Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies
- Adapt learning materials to meet the child’s specific needs
- Collaborate with teaching staff and external specialists
- Create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
Assignment Details
- Start Date: September 2025
- Schedule: Full-time, 5 days per week
- Duration: Long-term, continuing through the academic year with potential to become permanent
Benefits of Working with Connex Education
- Competitive weekly pay via PAYE
- Weekly salary between £425 and £475
- Free access to our Teaching Assistant Toolkit with over 24 online CPD courses
- Funded qualifications including Level 2/3 SEND, Level 4 HLTA, and Level 5 TEFL
- Career development via our TA to Tutor training route
- Wellbeing support and ongoing professional development
Person Specification
- Experience working with children aged 4–11 in a UK school setting
- Background supporting children with autism, anxiety, and/or challenging behaviours
- Confident supporting pupils 1:1 or in small groups
- Strong interpersonal and behaviour management skills
- Patient, proactive, and committed to making a positive impact
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply for a new one)
All roles are subject to satisfactory background checks and references, including a DBS check. Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment.
We are an equal opportunities employer and value diversity. All applications are welcomed and will be considered on merit.
