SEN Teaching Assistant

The Propeller Academy Trust; Wheatley; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Induction + CPD including SEND

Free flu vaccinations

On-site parking

Flexible working options

LGPS

Cycle to Work

Employee Assistance Programme

Refer-a-friend bonus

Welcoming school culture

Job summary

The Propeller Academy Trust is seeking Teaching Assistants to support children with additional needs in a supportive school community. You will help with learning activities, therapy targets (IEPs) and personal care as needed, fostering wellbeing and independence.

You will engage in enrichment activities such as swimming, PE, community visits and horse riding, while building strong relationships with pupils, families and multidisciplinary teams. Flexible/part-time options may be considered.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people.
• Experience in education, care or youth work is desirable.
• Familiarity with EHCPs or additional needs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SLD, PMLD and ASD in class and across the school.
• Assist with learning activities, therapy programmes and individual targets (IEPs).
• Take part in enrichment activities including swimming, PE, community visits and horse riding.
• Provide personal and intimate care where required.
• Promote positive behaviour, wellbeing and independence.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils, families and multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Calm and patient

Team player

Willing to learn

Experience with children

Education

GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or equivalent)

Job description

Safety. Learning. Independence. Communication. Engagement

Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs? Ready to build or grow a meaningful career in SEND?

Safety. Learning. Independence. Communication. Engagement

Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs? Ready to build or grow a meaningful career in SEND?

We are looking for kind, patient and adaptable Teaching Assistants to join our supportive and nurturing team. Whether you already have experience or are considering a rewarding career change, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact on pupils’ lives every day.

Why Join Us?

We value our staff and are committed to your wellbeing and development. We offer:

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive induction programme and ongoing CPD, including specialist SEND training
• Paid wellbeing days and free flu vaccinations
• On-site parking
• Flexible working options (part-time and job share considered)
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Refer-a-friend bonus (earn up to £500)
• A welcoming, therapeutic and highly supportive school culture

About the Role

Working Pattern

• Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 08:45 – 15:00
• Tuesday: 08:45 – 16:00
• Includes a 30-minute unpaid lunch break
• We support flexible working and will consider part-time hours, as long as availability includes the beginning and/and end of each working day, which are essential for this role.

In this role, you will:

• Support pupils with SLD, PMLD and ASD in class and across the school
• Assist with learning activities, therapy programmes and individual targets (IEPs)
• Take part in enrichment activities, including swimming, PE, community visits and horse riding
• Provide personal and intimate care where required
• Promote positive behaviour, wellbeing and independence
• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils, families and multidisciplinary teams

About you

We’re Looking For Someone Who Is

• Calm, patient and resilient, with a positive attitude
• A team player who is motivated to learn and develop
• Experienced in working with children or young people (education, care, youth work, etc.)
• Ideally familiar with supporting pupils with EHCPs or additional needs

Qualifications:

• GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or equivalent) – desirable