Connex - East Midlands
SEN Teaching Assistant
Connex Education are recruiting for the following exciting opportunity:
Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Nottinghamshire
Start Date: September 2026 (or ASAP)
Duration: Long-term with potential to become ongoing
Salary: Competitive – details provided upon application
Could you make a difference to a child’s school day?
• Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs to achieve their full potential?
• Do you have the patience, empathy and resilience to help pupils overcome barriers to learning?
• Would you like to work in a school where inclusion is more than just a policy—it’s part of everyday practice?
Connex Education is proud to be working with a welcoming and forward-thinking primary academy seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work closely with pupils who require additional support, helping them to access learning, develop confidence and celebrate their individual successes.
The school has a strong inclusive ethos and believes that every child deserves the opportunity to thrive. Staff work collaboratively to create engaging learning experiences while providing tailored support for pupils with a range of additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, speech and language needs, and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.
Situated within a friendly village community, the school enjoys excellent transport links and is within easy reach of Mansfield, Newark, Ollerton, Southwell and surrounding areas, making it an ideal location for candidates travelling from across Nottinghamshire.
Vacancy Details
• Experience working with children with SEND in a school or similar setting is desirable
• Understanding of Autism, ADHD, SEMH or other additional needs is advantageous
• Calm, patient and nurturing approach
• Ability to build positive and trusting relationships
• Confident supporting pupils on a one-to-one basis and in small groups
• Flexible, reliable and committed to achieving positive outcomes
• A genuine passion for inclusive education
What We Can Offer
• A welcoming and highly supportive staff team
• Opportunities to develop your SEND knowledge and experience
• Ongoing mentoring and professional development
• Well-resourced classrooms and excellent support systems
• A positive school culture where teamwork is valued
What Connex Education Can Offer
• Competitive rates of pay
• Weekly PAYE payroll
• FREE access to Academize CPD, including specialist SEND training
• Full support from registration through to placement from your dedicated Connex Education consultant
• Access to a variety of long-term and permanent opportunities
How to Apply
If you’re passionate about supporting children with additional needs and would like to make a meaningful difference within an inclusive primary school, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to discuss this exciting opportunity with one of our specialist education consultants.
Protected Characteristics Statement
All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including an enhanced DBS check. Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. All appointments are made on merit, regardless of age, gender, disability, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic. Connex Education Partnership operates as both an employment agency and employment business and adheres to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) and current safeguarding legislation.
Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.