SEN Teaching Assistant

The Uffington Church of England Primary School; Uffington; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 14,000; Part time

Job summary

The Uffington Church of England Primary School is seeking a caring SEN Teaching Assistant to join a friendly, supportive team. You will work in a Key Stage 2 class, providing one-to-one and small group support to pupils with special educational needs, adapting resources to help every child access learning.

As part of a committed staff, you will collaborate with teachers and SENCO, contribute to a positive, inclusive environment and support wellbeing and positive behaviour across the school.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children in a primary school setting.
• Ability to support pupils with SEND through targeted interventions.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality support for pupils with SEND within a KS2 classroom, including one-to-one and small group work.
• Support teaching and learning across the classroom alongside the class teacher.
• Assist pupils to access learning via adaptations, resources and targeted interventions.
• Support children with a range of learning, communication, social and emotional needs.
• Encourage confidence, independence and a positive attitude towards learning.

Skills

SEND support

One-to-one support

Small group work

Patience and positivity

Team collaboration

Job description

We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team at Uffington Church of England Primary School.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about children's education, enjoys helping pupils overcome challenges and wants to make a real difference to their learning and development.

The successful applicant will work within one of our Key Stage 2 classes, working closely with the class teachers and wider staff team, providing a mixture of general classroom support, small group work and individual support for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

We're looking for someone who brings energy, patience and positivity to the classroom, has high expectations for every child and is committed to helping all our pupils learn, grow and achieve their potential.

Working hours:
Mon-Fri 8.30 - 12.30 (includes 30 mins of lunchtime support)

Salary:
£13,214 - 13,804 (actual annual salary)

Contract:
Fixed term until 31st March 2028, linked to funding and pupil need. There is a strong possibility of the position being extended beyond this date, subject to future funding and the needs of pupils within the school.

About the Role

You'll be an important part of our school team, working alongside teachers and other support staff to create a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing high-quality support for pupils with SEND within a Key Stage 2 classroom, including through one-to-one and small group work.

• Working alongside the class teacher to support teaching and learning across the classroom.

• Helping pupils to access learning through appropriate adaptations, resources and targeted interventions.

• Supporting children with a range of learning, communication, social and emotional needs.

• Encouraging pupils to develop confidence, independence and a positive attitude towards learning.

• Promoting positive behaviour, wellbeing and strong relationships.

• Working closely with teachers, our SENCO and other professionals to ensure pupils receive the support they need.

• Contributing to the wider life of our school and helping to create an environment where every child feels valued and included.

We Are Looking for Someone Who:

• Has previous experience of supporting children's learning, ideally within a primary school.

• Has an understanding of how to support pupils with different learning needs, including SEND, or is keen to develop their knowledge and skills in this area.

• Is positive, hardworking and genuinely passionate about making a difference to children's education.

• Has a calm, patient and encouraging approach, with high expectations for all pupils.

• Can build strong, positive relationships with children and help them feel confident and successful.

• Is flexible, proactive and happy to get stuck in wherever support is needed.

• Works well as part of a team and communicates effectively with colleagues, pupils and parents.

• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

We're looking for someone who has experience of supporting children's learning, ideally within a primary school setting. Experience of working with pupils with SEND would be an advantage, but equally important is a positive attitude, a willingness to learn and the ability to adapt your approach to meet the needs of different children. We're particularly keen to hear from experienced Teaching Assistants who are enthusiastic about developing their skills in this area.

Above all, we're looking for someone with the right attitude, a genuine enthusiasm for working with children and a commitment to helping every pupil succeed.

About Our School

We are a small, friendly and inclusive village primary school with wonderful pupils, a supportive staff team and a strong sense of community.

At Uffington, we believe that being a small school brings big opportunities. We pride ourselves on knowing our children as individuals, celebrating their achievements and providing an environment where everyone feels valued and supported.

Our staff work closely together, support one another and share a commitment to providing the very best experiences and opportunities for our pupils.

Small School. Big Opportunities.

If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference every day, we'd love to hear from you!

For more information about our school, please visit www.uffingtonprimary.co.uk.

Safeguarding

Uffington Church of England Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to appropriate pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

Closing date: Friday 27th November 2026
Interview date: Week beginning Monday 30 November 2026
Start date: 4th January 2027