One-to-One SEN Teaching Assistant

Suffolk Jobs Direct Careers; Woodbridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dynamic primary school team as a One-to-One SEN Teaching Assistant. In this vital role, you will support a child with visual impairment and additional needs by advocating for their independence and academic growth. Be part of a loving environment that fosters learning and inclusion, making a real difference in a child's life. This position requires a compassionate and patient individual who will work collaboratively with teachers and specialists to enhance the child's educational experience.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEND, preferably in a school setting.
• Understanding of inclusive educational practices.
• Willingness to undertake relevant training.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored one-to-one support throughout the school day.
• Adapting resources and using specialist equipment.
• Monitor and record progress against targets in the child's EHCP.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Relevant qualifications (e.g., NVQ Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning)

Job description

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• Bealings School, Little Bealings, Woodbridge, Suffolk IP13 6LW
• 32.5 hours a week
• Fixed Term for 1 year, required from September 2025
• Reference: 7550
  
  
  

Job Description

• Bealings School, Little Bealings, Woodbridge, Suffolk IP13 6LW
• £25,380 pro rata
• 32.5 hours a week
• Fixed Term for 1 year, required from September 2025
• Reference: 7550
  
  
  

Responsible to the Headteacher and SENCo.

Disclosure Level: Enhanced DBS and Barring Service check.

We are seeking a compassionate, patient, and dedicated One-to-One SEN Teaching Assistant to work with a child in our primary school who has a visual impairment and additional special educational needs (SEND). This role is vital in supporting the child’s access to learning, development, and participation in all aspects of school life.

You will:

• provide tailored one-to-one support throughout the school day, ensuring the child’s individual needs are met in both academic and social settings
• support access to the curriculum by adapting resources and using specialist equipment or technology as needed (e.g., Braille, large print materials, tactile resources)
• work closely with the class teacher, SENCo, and external specialists (e.g., QTVI – Qualified Teacher of the Visually Impaired) to implement and monitor personalised support strategies
• promote independence, confidence, and inclusion both in the classroom and during unstructured times such as playtime and lunchtime
• assist with mobility and orientation around the school environment, ensuring the child’s safety at all times
• monitor and record progress against targets set in the child’s Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP)
• build a trusting relationship with the child to foster emotional well-being and a positive attitude toward learning
• establish good working relationships with the parents, ensuring they are informed of the pupil’s learning achievements and areas of development
• support with personal care needs if required
• maintain confidentiality and safeguard the child’s welfare in line with school policies and procedures
• act as general TA should the pupil not be in school, supporting the class teacher with classroom activities, photocopying, filing etc...
• participate in training and other learning activities and performance development as required
• assist with supervision of pupil out of lesson times, including playtimes and lunch time
• accompany teaching staff and pupils on visits, trips and out of school activities as required.
  
  
  

Person Specification

Essential:

• experience working with children with SEND, preferably in a school setting
• understanding of inclusive educational practices and a commitment to equality and diversity
• excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• ability to work collaboratively with staff, parents/carers, and external professionals
• patience, empathy, and a positive, can-do attitude
• willingness to undertake relevant training, including in visual impairment and safeguarding.
  
  
  

Desirable:

• experience with Braille or assistive technologies (e.g. screen readers, magnification tools)
• knowledge or experience of supporting children with visual impairments
• understanding of needs associated within children with ASD
• a level of understanding on Mantle of the Expert and its place within our school ethos
• relevant qualifications (e.g., NVQ Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning or equivalent)
• Paediatric First Aid, Intimate Care and Manual Handling training.
  
  
  

To find out more

Please read the Application Guidance (docx)

For an informal discussion only, please call Jen Carlyle on 01473 622376.

How To Apply

Please complete the Application Form (docx)

Completed application to be returned to [e-mail]

Closing date: 3pm, 20 June 2025.

Interview date: 24 June 2025.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. It is also subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and children’s barred list check. Our commitment to safeguarding is underpinned by robust processes and checks which are in place across the school.

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