Nurturing SEN Teaching Assistant – Year 4

Job Title: Nurturing SEN Teaching Assistant – Year 4
Salary: £109 per day
Job Type: Full-time, Term Time
Pay: Weekly
Start Date: ASAP or flexible for the right candidate

We are currently recruiting a Nurturing SEN Teaching Assistant to work on a 1:1 basis with a child in Year 4 with significant and complex Special Educational Needs, within a supportive and inclusive primary school.

Role Overview

This role focuses on providing consistent, caring, and developmentally appropriate support for a child whose cognitive and developmental needs are at an early stage. The successful candidate will support the child’s sensory regulation, emotional wellbeing, communication, and personal care needs, ensuring a safe and nurturing school experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 SEN support throughout the school day
• Support sensory activities, engagement, and play-based learning
• Assist with personal care where required, maintaining dignity at all times
• Follow guidance from the class teacher, SENCO, and external specialists
• Build a calm, trusting relationship with the child
• Promote emotional regulation and wellbeing

Ideal Candidate

This position is ideal for graduates or aspiring professionals seeking experience before a career in:

• Occupational Therapy
• Speech and Language Therapy
• Educational Psychology
• SEN or Child Development

You should demonstrate:

• Experience supporting children with SEN or a strong interest in SEN support
• A patient, compassionate, and nurturing approach
• Reliability, emotional resilience, and a willingness to learn

Previous school or care experience is desirable but not essential.

Benefits

• £109 per day
• Weekly pay
• Excellent hands-on SEN experience
• Ongoing support from an experienced education consultant

How to Apply To apply or request further information, please email your CV to:

Hamzah Miah
Hamzah.miah@pertempseducation.co.uk