SEN Teaching Assistant - linked to funding

Charlton Church of England Primary School; Thulston; Presencial; GBP 14.000 - 19.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Charlton Church of England Primary School is seeking a committed SEN Teaching Assistant to join our friendly, supportive team. You will provide dedicated, individual support to pupils, helping them access the curriculum and participate fully in school life.

This 27.5 hour post runs Monday to Friday, 9am–3pm during term-time (38 weeks). You will work with the class teacher, SENCo, and other professionals to support learning, wellbeing and development, implementing personalised strategies and

Formación

• Experience supporting children with additional needs.
• Patient, empathetic and able to build relationships with pupils and staff.
• Able to follow individual support plans and behaviour strategies.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience with KS2 interventions desirable.

Responsabilidades

• Provide dedicated support to pupils under the direction of the class teacher and SENCo
• Support the pupil’s access to learning and participation in classroom activities
• Implement personalised strategies and interventions to meet the pupil’s individual learning, behavioural, emotional, or medical needs
• Assist with the planning and delivery of adapted learning activities
• Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation, and social interaction
• Support the pupils during transitions, break times, and school activities
• Help maintain a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment
• Monitor and record progress, contributing to assessments and review meetings as required
• Work closely with teachers, parents/carers, and external agencies to provide consistent support

Conocimientos

Phonics support

Behaviour support

Communication skills

Relationship building

Observation

Pupil engagement

Herramientas

Little Wandle phonics

Descripción del empleo

We are seeking a committed and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team at Charlton Church of England Primary School. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference by providing dedicated, individual support to a pupils, helping them to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the class teacher, SENCo, and other professionals to support the learning, wellbeing, and development of individual pupils, including those with additional needs. You will play a key role in helping the pupils access the curriculum, develop independence, and engage positively in school life.

This post is for 27.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 9am - 3pm term time only (38 weeks).

Key Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated support to pupils under the direction of the class teacher and SENCo
• Support the pupil’s access to learning and participation in classroom activities
• Implement personalised strategies and interventions to meet the pupil’s individual learning, behavioural, emotional, or medical needs
• Assist with the planning and delivery of adapted learning activities
• Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation, and social interaction
• Support the pupils during transitions, break times, and school activities
• Help maintain a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment
• Monitor and record progress, contributing to assessments and review meetings as required
• Work closely with teachers, parents/carers, and external agencies to provide consistent support

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about supporting children with additional needs to succeed
• Patient, understanding, and empathetic
• Able to build strong, trusting relationships with pupils and staff
• Confident in following individual support plans and behaviour strategies
• Observant, proactive, and responsive to a pupil’s needs
• A clear and effective communicator with good interpersonal skills
• Experience in Speach and Language/Little Wandle phonics and a range of KS2 interventions are desiable.

What We Offer

• A welcoming and supportive staff team
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• A positive, inclusive, and well-resourced learning environment
• The opportunity to make a genuine and lasting impact on a child’s education and wellbeing

We warmly encourage visits to the school. To arrange a tour or an informal conversation, please contact the school office.

We encourage early applications and reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.