SEND Assistant
| Posting date: | 10 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 05 January 2026 |
| Location: | Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 0BW |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | fd1dcff9-e405-42d9-85fd-00ff75ff4341 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking a caring, patient, and enthusiastic Special Educational Needs (SEN) Assistant to join our friendly primary school team, supporting children with SEND including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and Down Syndrome.
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference by helping pupils feel safe, understood, and supported in their learning and development.
The Role
You will work closely with class teachers, the SENDCo, and other professionals to support children with their learning and social needs, both one-to-one and in small groups. Your role will help pupils access the curriculum, develop communication and social skills, and build confidence in a nurturing environment. This would be in our ‘Explorers Classroom’ and also within the mainstream classrooms of the school (initially Key Stage 1).
Key Responsibilities
• Provide tailored support to pupils with SEN in the classroom and around the school
• Support emotional regulation, communication, and social interaction
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs
• Encourage independence and positive behaviour
• Work collaboratively with teachers, parents, and external agencies
• Observe, record, and report pupil progress as required
We Are Looking For Someone Who:
• Is patient, calm, and empathetic
• Has experience working with children with SEN (desirable, but not essential)
• Understands or is willing to learn about SEN strategies and inclusive practice
• Can build positive, trusting relationships with children
• Works well as part of a team and communicates effectively
What the school offers its staff
We Offer:
• A welcoming, supportive school community
• Training and professional development opportunities in SEN support
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in children’s lives
• A positive working environment with experienced staff
Experience in a school or SEN setting is desirable, but we welcome applications from individuals with a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
We are seeking a caring, patient, and enthusiastic Special Educational Needs (SEN) Assistant to join our friendly primary school team, supporting children with SEND including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and Down Syndrome.
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference by helping pupils feel safe, understood, and supported in their learning and development.
The Role
You will work closely with class teachers, the SENDCo, and other professionals to support children with their learning and social needs, both one-to-one and in small groups. Your role will help pupils access the curriculum, develop communication and social skills, and build confidence in a nurturing environment. This would be in our ‘Explorers Classroom’ and also within the mainstream classrooms of the school (initially Key Stage 1).
Key Responsibilities
• Provide tailored support to pupils with SEN in the classroom and around the school
• Support emotional regulation, communication, and social interaction
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs
• Encourage independence and positive behaviour
• Work collaboratively with teachers, parents, and external agencies
• Observe, record, and report pupil progress as required
We Are Looking For Someone Who:
• Is patient, calm, and empathetic
• Has experience working with children with SEN (desirable, but not essential)
• Understands or is willing to learn about SEN strategies and inclusive practice
• Can build positive, trusting relationships with children
• Works well as part of a team and communicates effectively
What the school offers its staff
We Offer:
• A welcoming, supportive school community
• Training and professional development opportunities in SEN support
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in children’s lives
• A positive working environment with experienced staff
Experience in a school or SEN setting is desirable, but we welcome applications from individuals with a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.