SEN TA

Mells Church of England First School; Frome; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Mells Church of England First School is seeking a dedicated Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant to join their supportive environment. The role involves assisting children with special needs, fostering their development and encouraging their potential. Applicants should have a caring personality and experience with individual children, along with a commitment to the Christian ethos of the school.

Benefits

Generous pension scheme

Enhanced sickness benefits

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with Special Educational Needs.
• Supportive of the Christian ethos of the school.

Responsibilities

• Support children with Special Educational Needs in the classroom.
• Collaborate with staff to promote student development.
• Create a caring and adventurous learning environment.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Collaborative teamwork

Kindness and caring personality

Job description

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Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant

• Fixed Term Contract until 31st August 2026
• Salary – SCP 4-6 (£24,404 - £25,183 Full time equivalent)
• Actual salary from £16,509 - £17,036 per year
• Hourly rate of pay - £12.65 - £13.05
• Days and Hours: 8:50am – 3:20pm Mon - Fri (30 hours per week)

The children, staff, and Governors of Mells Church First School are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with Special Educational Needs in a thriving school environment. The post will be for 30 hours spread across 5 days.

We are looking for:

• An enthusiastic and fun-loving SEN teaching assistant with experience working with individual children.
• Someone with excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with all members of the school team.
• A kind and caring personality that enjoys supporting children to achieve their aims and fulfill their dreams.
• Supportive of the Christian ethos of the school.

The school offers:

• Happy and highly motivated children eager to learn.
• A warm, friendly, and supportive environment.
• Support from experienced and enthusiastic staff.
• Commitment to professional development.
• A caring and adventurous environment.

If interested, please visit the school and meet the team by booking an appointment via the school office - full details on the advert attached.

Benefits of working for the Bath & Wells Multi Academy Trust include a generous pension scheme, enhanced sickness and parental benefits, and a supportive working environment.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and all relevant pre-employment checks.

Application forms should be accompanied by a full letter of application and sent to the school office by post or email - full details on the advert attached.

Closing date: 12:00pm Monday 30th June

Interview date: Week beginning Monday 7th July

Start date: September 2025

Safeguarding Statement

Mells CofE First School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.