Teaching Assistant Level 1; SEN

Contract Type: Fixed Term, Term Time Only (39 weeks)

Working Hours: Full Time, 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Number of Positions: 2

Qualifications

Required:

GCSE Grade C or above in English and Maths (or equivalent)

Start Date: 1st September 2026

Salary: £22,000

We are seeking to appoint a Level 2 Teaching Assistant to support children across the school with challenging needs who are facing significant barriers in accessing education.

Essential and desirable criteria are listed below. Please demonstrate how you meet these when you complete the application form.

• Having experience of working with children who require additional support
• Having an understanding of children with social, communication and interaction needs
• Being aware of different ways of supporting and understanding barriers to learning

• Experience of working with or caring for children of a relevant age
• Numeracy/literacy skills at a level equivalent to NQF Level 2
• Completion of the Teaching Assistant Induction Programme
• Ability to relate well to children and adults
• Ability to work as part of a team
• An understanding of the role of the Teaching Assistant and other professionals working in the classroom
• Ability to use relevant technology, e.g. photocopier
• Understanding of national/foundation stage curriculum and other basic learning programmes/strategies
• Basic understanding of child development and learning
• Willingness to undertake minor first aid training as appropriate
• Tact and diplomacy in all interpersonal relationships with the public, pupils and colleagues at work
• Self‑motivation and personal drive to complete tasks to the required timescales and quality standards
• The flexibility to adapt to changing workload demands and new school challenges
• Personal commitment to ensure that the provision of support is equally accessible and appropriate to meet the diverse needs of the pupils
• Personal commitment to continuous self‑development
• A commitment to school improvement
• Willingness to consent to and apply for an enhanced disclosure to a CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) check

• A mindful employer
• Passionate about school improvement
• Inclusive, nurturing, welcoming and friendly
• An environment which encourages children to meet their full potential and develop skills for life
• An excellent staff team committed to achieving high standards, working in harmony
• Committed to continuous professional development

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, younger learners and vulnerable adults, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The DBS Code of Practice can be viewed here.

We strive to create a fair and inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve.

We positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.