SEN Teaching Assistant

Virginia Primary School; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Primary School in London invites applications for an enthusiastic teaching assistant. The successful candidate will support learning across the primary age range, work as part of a friendly team, and contribute to an inclusive, high‑aspiration culture.

A full enhanced DBS check is required, and applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. The school values professional development, regular coaching, and opportunities for progression within a supportive staff team.

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

• oAn exceptional teaching assistant with a passion for learning and the ability to develop others
• o A team player
• o Excellent interpersonal skills
• o A positive attitude and a sense of humour
• o Someone keen to improve their own practice

What the school offers its staff

• o Regular 1:1s focusing on personal reflection, coaching and mentoring
• o A range of professional development opportunities
• o Opportunities for career progression
• o An opportunity to work in partnership with a dedicated and supportive staff team

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

• childcare disqualification
• Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
• medical
• online and social media
• prohibition from teaching
• right to work
• satisfactory references
• suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

We are an outstanding one form entry primary school in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets. Virginia is a happy
and inclusive school that provides an excellent education for all its children. We strongly believe in inspiring all to
be the very best they can be and we have high aspirations for our school community. Our values of inclusion,
growth, empowerment and adventure drive our vision so that we are continually improving outcomes for all.
Our children embody our values and are committed to equality and respect for all. We want our children to feel
connected to the world they live in and to develop a hopeful view of the world.
We are part of the LETTA Trust.

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