Job Description

Job description

We only accept applications on our application form which are available on our website

An Daras Trust is an equal opportunities employer and is also fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All employees and volunteers must share this commitment. As part of safeguarding requirements we conduct an online search of all shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to the satisfactory completion of safer recruitment checks and references including an enhanced DBS check. Right to Work in the UK and qualifications will also be checked. We welcome applicants from global majority heritage.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020). This means that certain convictions and cautions are considered 'protected' and do not need to be disclosed to employers and, if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website:

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974

An employee of An Daras Trust knows that by using their own knowledge and experience, it can

Ignite Curiosity and Grow Capabilities

in young individuals, which will impact lives and help create a positive future. Does this sound like you?

Our Aim

An Daras Trust has the simple aim of ensuring our pupils receive the best educational experiences we can offer. Our intent is delivering an inclusive learning entitlement through a strong Trust wide wholistic curriculum model which focuses on enabling all pupils to achieve academic and emotional growth through the taught strategic themes of wisdom, knowledge, learning skills and personal capabilities.

Information about the vacancy

Job Title:

SEN Teaching Assistant

FTE salary:

23,555 FTE

Actual annual salary (approx. gross):

10,646

School Base:

Callington Primary School

Contract Type:

Fixed Term until 22nd July 2026

Start Date:

ASAP

Hours (weekly):

20 hours per week

Working weeks:

38 weeks

Interview Date:

w/c 06th October 2025

Closing Date:

12 noon on Tuesday 30th September 2025

An Daras Trust has the simple aim of ensuring our pupils receive the best educational experiences we can offer. Our intent is delivering an inclusive learning entitlement through a strong Trust wide wholistic curriculum model which focuses on enabling all pupils to achieve academic and emotional growth through the taught strategic themes of wisdom, knowledge, learning skills and personal capabilities.

Information about the vacancy

We are seeking to appoint a nurturing, dedicated and highly motivated SEN Teaching Assistant to join our hardworking and skilled team at Callington Primary School. We are looking for someone who is passionate about making a real difference to all young childrens' lives and supporting them in achieving their full potential. Under the supervision of the class teacher you will play a vital role in the children's education and well-being. The role also includes lunchtime supervision.

We are looking for someone who:

Has experience of working with and supporting children with Special Educational Needs is self-motivated, flexible, resilient and a team player. can use their initiative in the setting and adapt provision to meet the needs of individual children is an effective communicator is dynamic, resilient and hard working with a positive nature. has high expectations and understanding of behaviour of all pupils.

(A full job description and application form can be found by visiting the vacancies page of our website

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Benefits

What can An Daras Trust offer you?

Contributory pension scheme with the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

Five paid family friendly days for emergencies

A connection with our 12 primary schools and our pre-school which creates developmental opportunities

Access to free health & wellbeing services

A developmental, fair and professional culture

Dedicated, friendly, committed team members

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 10,646.00 per year

Work Location: In person