SEN Teaching Assistant

Littleham Church of England Primary School; Exmouth; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Sacrifice benefits

Pension

Give Back Day

Wellbeing support

CPD opportunities

Job summary

Littleham Church of England Primary School in Exmouth is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support a pupil with complex educational and medical needs in reception. The role is a fixed term post linked to EHCP funding, commencing as soon as possible in September 2026 and full-time 31.25 hours per week.

You will deliver in-class support, including tailored interventions, build positive relationships with children, staff and parents, and work flexibly as part of a team with a nurturing

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths to grade A-C or equivalent.
• Experience in supporting pupils with SEN and complex medical needs.
• Capable of building positive relationships with children, staff and parents.
• Able to maintain high standards of behaviour and consistent boundaries.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to use own initiative when required.
• Experience in a school environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-class support including tailored interventions.
• Support a pupil with EHCP-funded needs in reception.
• Build positive relationships with children, staff and parents.
• Work as part of a team with a nurturing, flexible approach.

Skills

Relationship building

English & Maths skills

Behaviour management

Teamwork

Initiative

Experience in school role

SEN and complex medical needs

Education

GCSE English & Maths (A-C)

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant

Full time - 31.25hrs per week paid at NJC Grade C, £13.47ph

Fixed Term Temporary post to commence as soon as possible in September 2026

This is a fixed term appointment linked to EHCP funding for specific support for a pupil with complex educational and medical needs in reception.

You will provide in class support including tailored interventions and we are looking to appoint an individual with a sensitive and nurturing approach. The successful applicant will need to be flexible, communicate effectively and think creatively.

Ideally, you will:

• Be able to build positive relationships with children, staff and parents;

• Have excellent English and Maths skills;

• Have high expectations of children's behaviour and be able to maintain consistent boundaries;

• Be willing to work as part of a team and have a good sense of humour;

• Be able to use your own initiative when required;

• Have experience in a similar role in a school;

• Have prior knowledge and experience of working with children with special educational needs;

• Have experience of working with children with complex medical and educational needs.

What we can offer you:

• Salary Sacrifice offers, including Bike2Work, Tech Scheme and Gym Membership
• Substantial workplace pension
• Term time 'Give Back Day' to take for personal reasons
• Staff Wellbeing support
• CPD opportunities for all staff

You should have English and Maths to GCSE A-C or equivalent.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and Social Media online check.