SEN Teaching Assistant

Northumberland Church of England Academy; Newbiggin by the Sea; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Mental health and wellbeing support

Childcare provision (The Nest)

CPD opportunities

Gym membership discounts

Blue Light Card

Job summary

Grace Darling CofE Primary School in Newbiggin-by-the-Sea, Northumberland, invites applications for an SEN Teaching Assistant on a fixed-term contract until 31 August 2027. The role is 32.5 hours per week, term time plus five additional days, with a pro rata salary of £20,029–£20,347.

You will work with teachers and the SENCO to provide personalised support, helping pupils access learning and develop independence and confidence.

Qualifications

• Carry out planned learning activities as agreed with the teacher, adapting materials to suit the needs of the children where necessary.
• Help ensure all children can access their learning materials and activities.
• Monitor, record and assess the development of the children and discuss any concerns with the teacher.
• Support the children's social and emotional wellbeing, helping them feel comfortable in the learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned learning activities as agreed with the teacher, adapting materials to suit the needs of the children where necessary.
• Help ensure all children can access their learning materials and activities.
• Monitor, record and assess the development of the children and discuss any concerns with the teacher.
• Support the children's social and emotional wellbeing, helping them feel comfortable in the learning environment.

Skills

Caring

Enthusiastic

Dedicated

Job description

# SEN Teaching AssistantEmployer: Grace Darling CofE Primary SchoolLocation: Newbiggin-by-the-Sea, NorthumberlandContract Type: Fixed term contractHours: Full TimeContract Length: FTC until 31st August 2027Salary: Band 3 £26,427 - £26,847 pro rataPosted: 14th September 2026Expires: 28th September 2026 09:00 AMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1573850* Share :* Print**Hours:** 32.5 hours per week, term time plus 5 additional days **Salary:** Band 3 £26,427 - £26,847 pro rata (actual £20,029 - £20,347) **Contract:** 1 year fixed term contract until 31st August 2027 Grace Darling Primary School are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join our primary school team and provide outstanding support to children with additional needs.This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about making a real difference to children’s lives. You will work closely with class teachers and the SENCO to provide personalised support, helping pupils to access learning, develop independence and build confidence.**Main Roles and Responsibilities*** Carry out planned learning activities as agreed with the teacher, adapting materials to suit the needs of the children where necessary* Help ensure all children can access their learning materials and activities* Monitor, record and assess the development of the children and discuss any concerns with the teacher* Support the children's social and emotional wellbeing, helping them feel comfortable in the learning environment**Why join us?*** As well as a rewarding career within an established Multi Academy Trust, we offer the following employee benefits -* An excellent pension scheme with a generous employer contribution from the Trust.* 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Programme, providing confidential wellbeing and support services.* Comprehensive mental health and wellbeing support for all staff through Dittolo.* Access to The Nest, our childcare provision in Ashington and Newbiggin-by-the-Sea, offering both paid and free 30-hour places for eligible families.* CPD opportunities with support from across the Trust.* Gym membership discounts, with reduced rates at Sculpt Ashington and Places Leisure.* Eligibility for a Blue Light Card, giving Trust staff exclusive discounts at major retailers including Apple, JD Sports and TUI.If you are passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning and believe every child deserves the opportunity to succeed, we would love to hear from you!### AttachmentsSEN TA JD PS### Safeguarding Statement:Grace Darling CofE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to understand and share this commitment. We have a shared commitment to develop a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated. We welcome all applications, including those from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.