Job Description

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Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant 12HRS

Grade: Aquinas Grade A3 (Full time salary 25,434.00 - 26,766.00 p.a.)

Actual Pro rata salary: 7,260.12 p.a. - 7,640.36 p.a.

Hours: 12 hours per week, 4 hours per day - 3 days to be confirmed at interview,

8:30-12:30

Weeks: 39 weeks per year (term time only)

Contract: Fixed Term until 17th July 2026

Start Date

: ASAP

We are looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated, patient individual, who has an interest in SEND and a passion for teaching and learning, to work within our school setting. The role will be classroom based, working alongside pupils who have an Education Health Care Plan. Our aim is to provide an inclusive, broad and balanced curriculum for all learners. Working under the guidance of teachers, you will help pupils to access learning within the classroom and outdoor learning environments. Applicants should be confident in following teacher planning and implementation in class support.

An understanding and previous experience of working with children with ASD/Social Communication Difficulties is desirable. Some knowledge of Makaton, Sensory Integration and PECS would be an advantage.

Your responsibilities would include:

Supporting children within a class/group/1-1 with additional needs.

Working with the Class teacher and other support staff to prepare resources and deliver lessons.

Having a flexible approach to behaviour management.

Being a positive and solution-focused member of the team.

Our ideal candidate will have:

Experience of working with SEN children. An understanding of how to support children and aid their development. An ability to deploy strategies to allow learners to engage with the curriculum creatively. Ability to follow a given learning plan and ability to work on own initiative. An understanding of effective behaviour management techniques.
Very good numeracy/literacy skills; GCSE grade C or above

Job Type: Part-time

Work Location: In person