SEN Teaching Assistant

Norton Hill Primary School; West of England; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

A primary educational institution in the West of England is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant. The role involves supporting pupils with Education Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) to ensure they achieve their learning potential. You will work closely with teaching staff to implement strategies tailored to individual needs and promote inclusion. Ideal candidates will possess Level 2 qualifications in Literacy and Numeracy and have experience working with children. The position offers competitive benefits and a supportive environment.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement

Access to local government pension scheme

Sick pay scheme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Employee assistance helpline

National discount schemes through the Blue Light Card

Qualifications

• Level 2 qualifications in Literacy and Numeracy.
• Proven experience working with children in various settings.
• Understanding of child development.
• Ability to use strategies for children with complex needs.
• Ability to relate well to children and adults.

Responsibilities

• Implement tailored strategies for pupils with EHCPs.
• Supervise and support pupils as a positive role model.
• Deliver structured interventions for literacy and numeracy.
• Assist with lesson planning and classroom management.
• Monitor pupils' progress and provide feedback.

Skills

Knowledge of diverse learning needs

Ability to support children with complex needs

Strong communication skills

Team collaboration

ICT competency

Education

Level 2 qualifications (GCSE or equivalent)

Relevant qualifications such as NVQ 2 for Teaching Assistants

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Role: SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Norton Hill Primary

Start Date: 5th January 2026

Closing Date: 17th December 2025

Contract: Temporary linked to funding

Hours: 32.5 hours per week Monday to Friday 8.30-3.30 term time plus 2 inset days

Salary: Grade 4 and scale point 7-10, 13.69-14.35 per hour (full time equivalent 26403-27694). Actual annual salary range 19658-20620.

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced SEN Support Practitioner to join our inclusive and supportive school environment. Working under the guidance of our SENDCO and teaching staff, you will be instrumental in ensuring pupils with Education Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) have full access to learning and achieve their potential. This is a highly rewarding role for an individual who can demonstrate exceptional knowledge of diverse learning needs and a commitment to promoting pupil independence and well-being.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities Include:

Support for Pupils & Learning

• Implementing tailored strategies and care programs as outlined in pupils EHCPs and student profiles.
• Supervising and supporting pupils acting as a positive role model and establishing constructive relationships.
• Delivering structured 1 : 1 and small group interventions to support fundamental skills literacy and numeracy development.
• Promoting the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils and encouraging independence.
• Providing essential pastoral support to pupils.

Support for the Teacher & School

• Assisting with lesson planning maintaining an orderly and supportive classroom environment and preparing resources.
• Monitoring and accurately recording pupils progress achievement and responses to learning activities providing detailed feedback to the teacher.
• Managing pupil behaviour in line with school policy and encouraging pupils to take responsibility for their own conduct.
• Supporting the schools overall ethos including assisting with the supervision of pupils out of lesson times (e.g. lunch duty school trips).

Qualifications

• A reasonable standard of education with Level 2 qualifications (GCSE or equivalent) in Literacy and Numeracy.
• Proven experience of working with or caring for children of a relevant age in a paid voluntary or domestic setting.
• A clear understanding of child development and a wide range of issues concerning their education and welfare.
• Experience in using a variety of strategies to work effectively with children with complex needs and the ability to deliver educational programmes under general supervision.
• Excellent ability to relate well to both children and adults.
• Competence in using ICT to support learning and general administrative tasks (e.g. Microsoft Office email).
• A strong capacity to work constructively as part of a team.

Desired Qualifications

Relevant qualifications such as NVQ 2 for Teaching Assistants, 3 years of relevant experience and knowledge of the national curriculum and relevant learning strategies.

Benefits

There are many advantages to working for us. Included in your actual annual salary is generous annual leave entitlement access to a local government pension scheme sick pay scheme cycle-to-work scheme free eye tests and employee assistance helpline. Support staff in schools can also benefit from a range of national discount schemes available to education professionals such as the Blue Light Card offering savings on shopping travel and leisure.

Application Process

We encourage early applications as we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the closing date if we receive sufficient applications for the role.