SEN Enhanced Teaching Assistant

Durham County Council; Stanley; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking an SEN Enhanced Teaching Assistant for a rewarding role at Stanley Burnside Primary. The successful candidate will support children with special educational needs within an inclusive and stimulating environment. Applicants must possess relevant experience, strong communication skills, and a commitment to fostering an inclusive learning atmosphere.

Benefits

Annual leave based on service

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic teaching assistant with current SEND experience.
• Creative and positive attitude towards teaching.
• Strong behaviour management skills.

Responsibilities

• Support children with SEND needs through daily interventions.
• Contribute to a positive learning environment.
• Work closely with a dedicated team.

Skills

Behaviour Management

Teamwork

Creativity

Communication

Education

Experience of supporting children with SEND

Job description

SEN Enhanced Teaching Assistant
Grade 6 £27,269 - £30,060 pro rata
Permanent
Full Time, Term Time only + 2 weeks
Required from 2nd September 2025

The Headteacher and governors of this happy, successful and inclusive school are seeking to appoint an experienced and enthusiastic teaching assistant who aligns with our inclusive values.

You will be joining a friendly and dedicated team in a role working with children with SEND needs which can be complex.

We are looking for individuals who will be;

• An excellent and enthusiastic practitioner
• Have current experience of supporting children with daily interventions
• Have high expectations of behaviour management and childrens achievement
• Have a creative and imaginative approach to teaching and learning
• Be commited to inclusion and SEND pupils
• Enjoy working as part of a team
• Demonstrate a positive attitude

Working at Stanley Burnside Primary School is a job that is extremely rewarding and personally satisfying. A close and supportive ethos exists across the workforce.

The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

Closing date: Monday 7th July 2025
Interview date: Wednesday 16th July 2025
Please return completed applications to the school

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and, if successful, you will need to apply for an enhanced DBS disclosure.

As a disability confident employer, we are committed to employing disabled people and people with health conditions making reasonable adjustments to support disabled applicants when required.

Calculation of term time only plus two weeks’ pay

Term time only plus two additional weeks’ pay is calculated on the basis of the following:
• Number of ‘teaching’ weeks – 38 weeks; plus
• Public (bank) holidays – 1.6 weeks (8 days); plus
• Two additional weeks, inclusive of CPD – 2 weeks; plus
• Individual leave entitlement - 5.4 weeks (27 days) or 6.4 weeks (32 days)
Individual leave entitlement is calculated on the length of continuous service. Employees with less than 5 years’ service will receive 27 days annual leave. Employees with more than 5 years’ service will receive 32 days annual leave.
For example:
Calculation for employees with less than 5 years’ service:
40 weeks (term time plus 2) + 27 days (annual leave) + 8 days (public holidays) = 47 weeks’ pay, to be paid in 12 equal monthly instalments
Calculation for employees with more than 5 years’ service:
40 weeks (term time plus 2) + 32 days (annual leave) + 8 days (public holidays) = 48 weeks’ pay, to be paid in 12 equal monthly instalments

Stanley Burnside Primary
15 Mendip Terrace,
Stanley,
Co Durham

Tel: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Website: https://www.burnsideprimary.org.uk/

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