SEND Teaching Assistant

✨ Are you a proactive and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant who enjoys supporting learning in Key Stage 2?

SEND Teaching Assistant
Bedford
Start: ASAP
Full Time
Until: Friday 17th July
£85 – £95 per day (dependent on experience)

A friendly and supportive primary school in Bedford is seeking a committed Teaching Assistant to work within a Year 4 classroom, providing general in-class support throughout the school day. This long‑term role runs until the end of the summer term and offers a great opportunity to become part of a consistent and welcoming school team.

You’ll work alongside the class teacher to support learning, engagement, and classroom routines, helping pupils stay focused, confident, and motivated. The school values teamwork, consistency, and positive relationships and is keen to appoint someone who can hit the ground running.

• Support the class teacher with daily classroom activities
• Provide small‑group and whole‑class learning support
• Assist pupils with tasks to reinforce understanding and progress
• Help maintain a positive, focused learning environment
• Support behaviour management and classroom routines

• Experience working in a primary school setting
• Experience supporting pupils in Key Stage 2 (desirable)
• A positive, proactive, and adaptable approach
• Ability to work well as part of a team
• A genuine passion for supporting children’s learning

• Weekly pay through PAYE – no hidden agency fees
• Your own dedicated consultant for ongoing support
• Free CPD and training opportunities to build your career
• Long‑term and permanent opportunities available
• Be part of a supportive, professional network of education staff

If you’re not registered with Teaching Personnel yet, don’t let that stop you. Apply today with your updated CV and we’ll support you through the registration process so you’re ready to start as soon as possible.

If you’re a KS2 Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding classroom‑based role in a Bedford primary school, we’d love to hear from you – apply today to find out more.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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