Job Description

Sendsory

Address:

Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 2BD

Salary:

18,000 actual for January - August 2026 (29,250 pro rata)

Hours:

37.5 hours per week (8am - 4pm), term time only

Contract:

Fixed-term, 8 months. Start date: January 2026. Possibility of extension into the 2026/2027 academic year.

Reference:

0488

SEND Teaching Assistant (Therapeutic Focus)

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As a SEND Teaching Assistant at

Sendsory,

you will support children with SEND to regulate their emotions, develop communication and social skills and engage positively with learning. Your role will involve delivering our Therapeutic Curriculum, working closely with a small, dedicated team and providing personalised, hands-on support to help each child thrive in a nurturing and structured environment.

Your responsibilities

deliver engaging, child-centred sessions using the GROW & THRIVE curriculum under the direction of the Therapeutic Lead support children during breakfast and lunch times, encouraging independence and social interaction implement EHCP (Education, Health and Care Plan) outcomes within sessions for each individual child under the direction of the Therapeutic Lead. provide personal care for children as required, maintaining dignity and respect at all times set up and tidy up the therapeutic space before and after each session, ensuring a safe, welcoming and calming environment implement outcomes for AQA Unit Award Scheme Certificates under the direction of the Therapeutic Lead

What you will need

experience working with children with complex SEND including Trauma experience delivering a tailored curriculum in a therapeutic or alternative setting strong understanding of Trauma Informed Practice familiarity with Makaton, PECS, or Talk Pads.

About us

Sendsory is a specialist Alternative Provision supporting children aged 4-11 with SEND who are awaiting a school placement. Our Therapeutic Curriculum helps children regulate their emotions, develop communication and social skills and build confidence in a nurturing environment.

What will offer you

At Sendsory, you'll join a small, supportive team, enjoy six training days per year and receive a competitive salary, all while making a real difference in the lives of children with SEND.

How to apply

Please email your CV to

hello@sendsory.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 29,250.00 per year

Work Location: In person