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Teaching and Learning Assistant - SEN

Required from January 2026

Total hours per week: 32.5 hours over 5 days - term time only (38 weeks) with some additional working required on Inset days, (to be agreed in advance for overtime).



SEN Teaching and Learning Assistant (supporting pupils with additional needs)



Salary: WSCC TA NJC Grade 4 points 5-6 (25,583 - 25,989 FTE)





We would like to appoint a conscientious, dedicated SEN Teaching and Learning Support Assistant to join our enthusiastic and hardworking team.



The role will involve working with pupils requiring extra support and the delivery of some programmes identified on pupils' EHCPs (Education Health Care Plan).

We are looking for a SEN teaching and learning support assistant who:

are highly motivated and committed to all learners can demonstrate high expectations of children's behaviour are flexible and work well in a team are committed to pupil welfare and the need to safeguard children

In return, we are able to offer you:

the opportunity to work within a supportive and dedicated team a nurturing and supportive environment enthusiastic and motivated children supportive governors and parents opportunities to develop and extend professional development




Visits to our school prior to application are encouraged - please phone the school office to arrange a suitable time.





Southbourne Junior School is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The appointment will be subject to successful DBS, reference and health checks.





Closing Date: Monday 3rd November 2025



Interview Date: Wednesday 19th November 2025


Job Details

Salary: WSCC TA NJC Grade 4 points 5-6 (25,583 - 25,989 FTE)

Contract Type: PERMANENT

Working Pattern: Term Time Only

Location: Southbourne Junior School

Interviews: Wednesday 19

th

November 2025

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What You Need to Succeed


To be successful in this role you will need to: Please see Person Specification


Further Information


Southbourne Junior Schooland West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.


How to Apply


To apply for this role please download the job description and application form below. Complete the application form and ensure that you outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills in the job description). Once complete please return this to office@southbournejuniors.co.uk



Should you have any questions regarding the role or the application please feel free to email us or contact us on 01243 375878

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LOCATION

Chichester area

CONTRACT TYPE

Permanent

JOB TYPE

Education - School Support

CLOSING DATE

03 November 2025