Teaching Assistant to support children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities

Start date: January 2026

INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY

Temporary post until July 2026 with potential for extension.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and social media check and any appointment will be subject to references.

We are a one form entry school benefitting from excellent relationships with our parents; together we share a drive and determination to offer our children the best teaching and educational opportunities. We provide a nurturing and inclusive environment where all students have the opportunity to thrive.

The successful candidate will:

• Be a good communicator who is organised and has effective interpersonal skills.
• Be trained and supported by the SENDCo and class staff to identify and respond appropriately to individual needs.
• Have excellent English and maths skills.
• Support children towards their personal learning goals.
• Assist children with particular needs, under the direction of appropriate professionals. (i.e. physical development, speech/language development, medical and care needs identified in an approved management/care plan, dressing, eating and toileting.)

As a member of our team, you can expect:

• Support for graduates looking to pursue a teaching career
• A positive working environment with a climate of mutual support.
• A supportive and approachable leadership team.
• An inclusive work environment where your contributions are valued
• Opportunities to attend in-school professional development.
• Pleasant staffroom environment with good facilities.
• Access to lunch prepared in award winning kitchens - on site.
• Light-touch monitoring which supports professional development.
• An on site mental health First Aider.
• Access to IT at school e.g to access payslips.
• Access to 24hr GP services and free physiotherapy and counselling services.

Shortlisted candidates will sit an English and maths test as part of the interview process.
All safer recruitment processes will be followed

Closing Date Friday 21st November 2025 4pm