Level 3 SEN Teaching Assistant

Academy Transformation Trust; Tendring; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in Tendring seeks a Level 3 SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with complex needs. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification and experience working with SEND children. Responsibilities include supporting learning in the classroom and implementing individualized plans. This role offers competitive pay, continuous personal development, and is a fixed-term contract for 6 months.

Benefits

Continuous personal development programs

Pension scheme

Employee assistance program

Discounts on high street brands

Qualifications

• Experience dealing with the complex needs of SEND children.
• Ability to create and adapt resources to support children's needs.
• Commitment to personal development and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Support learning of individual pupils within the classroom.
• Implement targets on the pupil’s Individual Plan.
• Run specific programs and activities to assist pupil’s learning.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Flexibility

Ability to relate well to children and adults

Education

Grade C/4 or above in English and Maths

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Level 3 SEN Teaching Assistant

• NJC Point 12 - 17
• £24,597 to £26,682 actual per annum
• Term time only (39 weeks per year), 37 hours per week
• Fixed term contract – 6 months

Do you believe that every child, every person, is capable of amazing things? So do we!

Do you have a desire to motivate and inspire children? So do We!

Are you enthusiastic, dedicated and hardworking? So Are we!

Come and join our friendly team at Ravens Academy, as a Level 3 SEN Teaching Assistant, supporting the learning of individual pupils within the classroom in all subjects as directed by the Class Teacher / SENCO.

About you

We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed individual to provide support for students with complex needs who have an Education, Health and Care Plan. The Level 3 SEN Teaching Assistant will ensure that students can integrate as fully as possible in the activities undertaken by other children in the class and make progress with their individualised targets. Duties will include running specific programmes and activities to assist the pupil’s individual learning and social needs. The Level 3 SEN Teaching Assistant will be responsible for implementing the targets on the pupil’s Individual Plan in liaison with the class teacher and SENCO. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills within a friendly team.

The successful candidate will have successful experience of dealing with the complex needs of SEND children and creating and adapting resources to support the needs and inclusion of children with SEND and those with complex needs. This role requires, a grade C/4 or above in English and Maths and a level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.

Candidates must have excellent communication skills, be flexible and have the ability to relate well to children and adults. We welcome applications from ambitious candidates, keen to make a difference who have a genuine passion and belief in the potential of every student.

What’s in it for you?

Access to continuous personal development programs. A bespoke platform supporting colleague welfare and benefits, including pension scheme, employee assistance program (EAP), recognition and reward scheme, cycle to work scheme and discounts on many major high street brands.

About Ravens Academy and Academy Transformation Trust

Ravens is an incredible Academy which belongs to the Academy Transformation Trust family of academies. We believe that every child, every person, is capable of many amazing things. At Ravens Academy we strive to ensure that all pupils and staff are the best they can be, we are passionate about our pupils reaching their potential.

Ravens is about teamwork and about forming binding, positive relationships built on mutual trust. Children thrive here in a happy and nurturing environment. Our staff encourage a love of learning and work closely with parents to create a sharing community where all feel a sense of belonging.

About Academy Transformation Trust

We are proud to be a part of the Academy Transformation Trust family of academies whose mission is to transform the learning, aspirations and opportunities for their pupils and the communities in which they live. This commitment also extends to staff who are key to their success.

What’s in it for you?

Closing date for applications: Tuesday 07 October 2025, 09.00am

Interview date: To be confirmed.

To learn more and apply online, please see our application pack for more information and visit our careers page.

Safeguarding: Ravens Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will undertake an enhanced DBS criminal record check, and online searches will be carried out in line with KCSIE update 2025. We are committed to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion and welcome all applications. We are open to Flexible Working.