1:1 Teaching Assistant

We are working with a number of welcoming mainstream primary schools that are seeking dedicated 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistants for day-to-day, short-term, and long-term supply roles from September 2026.

About the role

As a 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant, you will provide dedicated support to individual pupils with additional needs, helping them access learning, develop confidence, and achieve their personal goals.

You may support pupils with Autism (ASC), ADHD, speech and language needs, SEMH, or other additional learning needs. Every placement is different, giving you the opportunity to gain experience across a variety of primary school settings while making a real difference to children's education.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support to pupils with Special Educational Needs
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs
• Encourage independence, confidence, and positive behaviour
• Support pupils' academic, social, and emotional development
• Work closely with class teachers, SENDCos, and external professionals
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback where appropriate
• Create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment

About the school

Our partner primary schools range from small community schools to larger multi-form entry settings, all committed to creating inclusive learning environments where every child can succeed. You'll work alongside experienced class teachers, SENDCos, and leadership teams who value the important role that SEND Teaching Assistants play in supporting pupils with additional needs.

Many schools offer the opportunity to move into longer-term or permanent positions for candidates who make a positive impact.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of 1:1 Teaching Assistant you will:

• Previous experience supporting children with SEND is essential
• Experience working within a UK primary school is highly desirable
• Knowledge of Autism, ADHD, speech and language needs, SEMH, or other additional needs
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Flexible and confident working across different school settings

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

• 1:1 Experience

Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Smart Teachers

Smart Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Smart Teachers offer

As a valued employee of Smart Teachers, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

Smart Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Artemis Kazi on 0207 065 7508 or email [email protected].