SEN Teaching Assistant

Olympus Academy Trust; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 7,700 - 8,100; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Scheme

Flexible policies

Annual pay progression

Cycle to Work Scheme

Bristol Zoo Project discounts

Free onsite parking

Counselling services

Staff recognition awards

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Meadowbrook Primary School is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant for a fixed-term, part-time role (12 hours/week). Hours are 9:00am–12:00pm on Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri mornings, term-time plus inset days. The post involves assisting teachers to enhance progress for learners with special educational needs.

The successful candidate will have Maths/English GCSE at grade 4+ or equivalent, and NVQ3 for Teaching Assistants or relevant experience. Applications close soon.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English at grade 4 or above or equivalent qualification.
• NVQ3 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent qualification.
• Experience and qualification in supporting learners with special educational needs.

Responsibilities

• Support and improve academic progress of learners with SEN/Disabilities.
• Work alongside class teachers to implement learning activities.
• Provide nurturing support during mornings, term time plus inset days.

Skills

SEN support

Education

GCSE Maths & English (4+) or equivalent

NVQ3 for Teaching Assistants

Job description

**Meadowbrook Primary School****SEN Teaching Assistant****Part Time, Fixed Term****12 hours per week (Mornings)****Grade 10: £27,709 to £29,071 FTE (£7,729 to £8,109 pro-rata) per annum**Meadowbrook Primary School are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and passionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team on a fixed term basis until 31st August 2027. Hours for this role are 12 per week and will be worked from 9:00am to 12:00pm on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday mornings. The successful candidate will work term time only plus inset days.This role involves working alongside class teachers to support and improve the academic progress of our learners with special educational needs or disabilities. We are looking for a kind, dedicated and considerate TA who will have the energy and enthusiasm to support and nurture some of our most vulnerable learners.All candidates must have a good standard of general education, to include **Maths and English at GCSE level 4 or above or equivalent qualification and NVQ3 for Teaching Assistants** or other relevant experience and qualification.Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details.**Our Philosophy as an Employer**Our overarching aim and vision is for our schools to deliver an exceptional education for children and young people, ensuring that students have access to the highest standards of teaching, resources and learning opportunities.We are ambitious for our academies. We live in a demanding educational landscape that brings with it challenges, but also opportunities. We are excited by the opportunities for talented and inspirational educators to make an impact and create a powerful legacy.We seek applicants for our roles who can align with our vision and have the talent, drive and determination to deliver that vision successfully. We support all our schools with our leadership and management, school improvement, legal, financial, administrative, admissions, marketing, premises, safeguarding and HR expertise.We think our roles are tremendously exciting ones to perform supported by the expert Olympus team. We are inspired by our academies’ journey and consider it a great privilege to design and develop a 21st century school education. We will be very interested to hear your ideas and aspirations too. We are looking for staff who will deliver an exceptional education for the young people in our care.**Benefits**• Pension Scheme• Flexible and Family Friendly policies• Annual pay progression opportunities• Cycle to Work Scheme• Corporate membership of Bristol Zoo Project at reduced rates• Free onsite parking• Coaching/Counselling services• Termly and annual staff recognition and awards scheme• Employee Assistance Programme**Closing date:** Tuesday, 22nd September at 9:00am**Date of Interviews:** TBCWe reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.*The Olympus Academy Trust – Meadowbrook Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants will be required to undergo security and vetting processes appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and an enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure & Barring Service. We have a suite of safeguarding procedures, policies and guidance for all of our staff and volunteers to ensure we actively promote children and young people’s welfare and safety. Moreover, as part of the safer recruitment process we will carry out online searches as part of the recruitment process. Details of online accounts will be requested at application stage.**We apply Equal, Diversity and Inclusion at all stages of recruitment and selection. We carry out shortlisting, interviewing and selection without regard to age, disability, gender reassignment status, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race or nationality, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Those with disabilities meeting the minimum requirements for the post will be shortlisted and will make reasonable adjustments to ensure they are not disadvantaged during the interview process. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates, as they are under-represented within the Trust.**We offer the opportunity of flexible working patterns where possible to assist with a work/life balance and welcome applications from people wishing to work on a part-time or job share basis for all roles including full time. We are happy to discuss flexible working from day one.****Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Applications****We recognise that candidates may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools when preparing their application. The Trust does not prohibit the use of AI; however, any use must be appropriate and must not undermine the principles of safer recruitment, as set out in Keeping Children Safe in Education (Part 3). Applications must be an honest and accurate reflection of your own experience, skills, values, and suitability to work with children and young people.**Our recruitment processes are designed to assess personal suitability, integrity, and safeguarding understanding. Any inconsistencies between application information, references, and interview responses may be explored further. Providing misleading or misrepresented information may result in an application being withdrawn or an offer of employment being rescinded.*