Teaching Assistant YR 2 121

Job Title: Year 2 1:1 Teaching Assistant / SEN Support
Location: NG19 (Mansfield / Nottinghamshire area)
Contract: Full time / Term time only - long term cover
Salary: £95‑£110 per day depending on expereince

Start Date: As soon as possible / beginning of next term

About the Role

We are seeking a compassionate, patient, and enthusiastic 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a Year 2 pupil with additional educational needs. You will work closely with the class teacher, SENDCO and other professionals to enable the pupil's access to the curriculum and develop their independence and confidence.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one‑to‑one support to the identified pupil during lessons

• Adapt classroom resources and tasks to meet the pupil's needs

• Assist with personal care, where appropriate, maintaining dignity and promoting independence

• Monitor and record progress, providing feedback and reports to staff

• Support the pupil's social, emotional, and behavioural development

• Work collaboratively with class teachers, therapists, and parents

• Uphold school policies, particularly safeguarding, behaviour, inclusion

Person Specification / Skills, Experience & Qualities

• Experience working with children, especially with SEN / additional needs

• Ability to remain calm, patient, consistent and encouraging

• Good communication and teamwork skills

• Basic literacy & numeracy competence

• Flexibility and adaptability

• Enhanced DBS clearance (or willing to be DBS checked)

What We Offer

• A supportive, friendly school environment

• Professional development opportunities

• A meaningful role with real impact

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• Click 'Apply now' to be considered for this great position as a 121 Teaching Assistant in Nottingham or for more information about the role, contact Rebecca Bowering on 0115 7390077 / Rebecca.Bowering@twrecruitment.com