04 Jul Urgent Demand for Teaching Assistants and SEN 1:1 Support in Primary Schools: Why Supply Work with Moore Teachers Is a Smart Career Move
Why Teaching Assistants and SEN 1:1 Support Staff Are in High Demand in UK Primary Schools
Primary schools are facing an increasingly urgent need for Teaching Assistants (TAs) and 1:1 SEN Learning Support Assistants to help children succeed in the classroom. As class sizes grow and the number of pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) rises, the importance of skilled, compassionate support staff has never been greater.
From assisting with day-to-day classroom activities to providing essential 1:1 SEN support for pupils with additional needs, teaching assistants play a vital role in helping children reach their full potential. Yet, despite their importance, many schools are struggling to recruit enough qualified and reliable support staff — particularly for pupils with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities).
This growing gap in support opens up meaningful opportunities for individuals interested in working in education. If you’re considering a career in schools or are looking for a flexible way to return to the classroom, working as a supply TA or SEN 1:1 support assistant through a specialist agency like Moore Teachers could be the perfect fit.
The Benefits of Working as a Supply Teaching Assistant or 1:1 SEN Support Assistant
Whether you’re new to education, returning after a break, or seeking a more flexible career path, supply work offers a range of benefits:
✅ Flexibility Around Your Lifestyle
Supply work allows you to choose when and where you work — perfect for parents, students, or those juggling other commitments. Enjoy a better work-life balance while still making a difference in children’s lives.
✅ Gain Diverse Classroom Experience
Working across different schools and key stages helps you build your confidence, grow your skill set, and discover the year groups or SEN needs you’re most passionate about supporting.
✅ Develop SEN Expertise
As more children are diagnosed with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and other learning differences, your role as an SEN support assistant becomes even more vital. Supply work offers rich, varied experience in supporting a range of SEN needs.
✅ Make an Immediate Impact
Whether you’re helping a class stay on task or offering tailored 1:1 support for an SEN pupil, the impact you make — even in a single day — can be life-changing for a child.
Why Choose Moore Teachers for Supply Work in Primary Schools?
Moore Teachers is a primary education specialist supply agency, focused solely on supporting schools and staff across Hertfordshire and Essex. When you join Moore Teachers, you’re not just signing up for a job — you’re joining a trusted, supportive community of education professionals.
Here’s why supply staff love working with Moore Teachers:
🌟 Primary Education Experts
Unlike general agencies, Moore Teachers are dedicated exclusively to primary schools. They understand the curriculum, the challenges, and the needs of both teachers and teaching assistants — especially in SEN roles.
🌟 Personal Support and Training
You’ll get friendly, one-to-one guidance from experienced consultants, as well as opportunities for ongoing professional development — including training in behaviour management and SEN support.
🌟 A Strong Local Network
With long-standing relationships with a wide range of welcoming schools, Moore Teachers can place you in environments where your skills are valued and your work makes a real difference.
Ready to Start Your Journey in Primary Education?
There’s never been a better time to become a Teaching Assistant or 1:1 SEN Support Assistant in a UK primary school. With rising SEN needs and schools seeking dedicated, reliable staff, your skills are in demand — right now.
Join Moore Teachers and start working in schools where you can make a difference, grow your experience, and enjoy flexible work on your terms.
👉 Contact Moore Teachers today to learn more about supply work in Hertfordshire and Essex primary schools.
👉 Explore current TA and SEN vacancies or register now to get started.
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