SEN Teaching AssistantEDV/2025/SCA/28437

Academy Transformation Trust; Sutton-in-Ashfield; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational trust is seeking a SEN Teaching Assistant in Sutton-in-Ashfield. The role offers a salary between £21,661 and £22,353 per annum, working 37 hours a week, term-time only. The ideal candidate will have GCSE Maths and English, and a Level 3 qualification in childcare. Benefits include professional development and comprehensive perks through the Viv-Up platform.

Benefits

People development offer via the ATT Institute

Comprehensive benefits through Viv-Up platform

Opportunity to progress your career

Qualifications

• Patient and flexible individual with SEND experience.
• Ability to work both as part of a team and independently.
• High-calibre professional contributing to team success.

Responsibilities

• Support students with SEND in the classroom.
• Ensure academic, social and emotional progress for students.

Skills

SEND experience

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Independence

Education

GCSE Maths and English, Grade 4/C or above

Level 3 qualification in childcare or Teaching Assistant

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant

Salary: NHS salary scale point 4-6 – £21,661 to £22,353 actual per annum; £25,185 to £25,989 FTE per annum. 37 hours per week, term‑time only (39 weeks per year). Fixed‑term contract until 31/08/2026. Commencement: As soon as possible.

About you

We are looking for a patient, flexible and professional individual with SEND experience to support students in the classroom to ensure they make progress academically, socially and emotionally.

Ideal candidate will hold GCSE Maths and English, Grade 4/C or above, and a Level 3 qualification in childcare or as a Teaching Assistant. Good time‑keeping, the ability to work both as part of a team and independently, and excellent communication and organisational skills are essential. We seek a high‑calibre professional who can make a telling contribution to our team and work collaboratively with colleagues, supported by a strong SLT.

Responsibilities

Support students with SEND in the classroom, ensuring academic, social and emotional progress.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English, Grade 4/C or above.
• Level 3 qualification in childcare or Teaching Assistant.
• Experience working with SEND students (preferred).

Benefits

• People development offer via the ATT Institute.
• Comprehensive benefits through the Viv‑Up platform: pension scheme, shopping discounts, cycle‑to‑work and gym schemes, cinema tickets and an employee assistance programme.
• Opportunity to progress your career.

Closing date

Tuesday 25th November 9:00 am

Interview date

To be confirmed

Additional information

This vacancy may close earlier than the closing date should suitable applications be received, so apply early. We welcome applications from ambitious candidates with a genuine passion and belief in every student’s potential. Sutton Community Academy are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will undertake an enhanced DBS criminal record check, with online searches carried out in line with the KCSIE update 2025. We are committed to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion and welcome all applications. Flexible working is available.