Trentham, Staffordshire | Full-Time | Long-Term Role
Pay: £95 – £105 per day (DOE)
Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm
About the SEN Teaching Assistant Opportunity
Astro Education is currently recruiting a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support a primary school in Trentham on a long-term basis.
This role involves providing 1:1 support for a Year 4 pupil with diagnosed Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The school is looking for a calm, resilient and compassionate individual who can build a strong, trusting relationship and provide consistent support throughout the school day.
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in a pupil’s educational journey within a supportive and welcoming school environment.
About The SEN Teaching Assistant Role
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Provide 1:1 support for a Year 4 pupil with SEMH needs
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Support the pupil’s emotional regulation and engagement in learning
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Implement behaviour strategies and follow individual support plans
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Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO
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Help create a safe, structured and positive learning environment
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Monitor progress and provide feedback to staff
Requirements
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Experience working with children or young people with SEMH or behavioural needs
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A patient, resilient and empathetic approach
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Strong behaviour management skills
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Ability to build positive relationships and act as a consistent role model
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Experience in education, care, youth work, or similar settings is desirable
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Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
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Eligibility to work in the UK
Benefits of Working with Astro Education
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Competitive daily pay (£95 – £105 DOE)
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Long-term role offering consistency and stability
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Opportunity to secure a permanent position via our 12-week temp-to-perm model
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Supportive school and leadership team
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Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant
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Simple and hassle-free registration process
About Astro Education
Astro Education is committed to ethical recruitment and transparent working practices, building strong partnerships between schools and education professionals across the region.
We pride ourselves on providing honest advice, reliable support, and opportunities that genuinely benefit both schools and candidates.
Apply Today
If you are an SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding long-term role in Trentham, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today and a member of the Astro Education team will be in touch to discuss the role in more detail
Salary description
£95.00 - £105.00 per day