SEND Teaching Assistant

SEND Teaching Assistant – Full-time, temporary from June 2026 until the end of the summer term, with potential to become permanent

The inspection report describes a calm and inclusive learning environment where pupils are supported to feel safe, understood, and ready to learn. Teaching is carefully adapted to meet a wide range of needs, helping pupils make positive progress academically and socially. Leadership demonstrates a strong commitment to safeguarding, consistency, and pupil well‑being, ensuring a nurturing and purposeful setting for learning.

This role offers a full‑time temporary opportunity starting in June 2026 through to the end of the summer term, with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate. The SEND Teaching Assistant will support pupils across mixed year groups, ranging from primary through to Key Stage 4, helping them access learning, manage routines, and develop confidence. This role is ideal for a Level 3 qualified SEND Teaching Assistant who is adaptable, nurturing, and committed to inclusive education.

• Support pupils with special educational needs across mixed year groups from primary to Key Stage 4
• Work one‑to‑one and in small groups to help pupils access learning
• Adapt activities and resources to meet individual learning needs
• Support pupils’s social, emotional, and behavioural development
• Promote positive behaviour and engagement using consistent approaches
• Support pupils during lessons, transitions, and unstructured times
• Work closely with class teachers, SEN staff, and pastoral teams
• Monitor and feedback on pupil progress and well‑being
• Help maintain a safe, calm, and inclusive learning environment
• Uphold safeguarding, welfare, and health and safety responsibilities at all times

• Holds a Level 3 Teaching Assistant or Early Years qualification (essential)
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND
• Experience working across a range of age groups is desirable
• Calm, patient, and resilient approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to build positive, trusting relationships with pupils
• Flexible and adaptable to different classroom settings
• Open to temporary work with the potential for a permanent role
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and professional boundaries

• Your salary – dependent on experience – is paid weekly through PAYE (no self‑employed or umbrella companies)
• Access to exclusive deals and comprehensive physical and emotional well‑being services