SEND Learning Coach

Star Academies; Greater London; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Pension schemes

Generous holiday entitlements

Healthcare cash plans

Job summary

The Olive School Hackney, part of Star Academies, is seeking a dedicated teaching assistant to support pupils in a diverse, faith-based primary setting. You will work one-to-one, in small groups and with whole classes, contributing to lesson planning and delivery.

We value commitment, organisational skills and the ability to build strong relationships with pupils and staff. The role offers a stable, rewarding career within a supportive STAR community.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant or equivalent.
• Experience of working with children with SEND.
• Experience of working with children within an educational setting (voluntary or paid).
• The ability to work one-to-one, in small groups and with whole classes.
• The ability to contribute effectively to teachers’ planning and preparation of lessons.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to pupils to enable outstanding learning.
• Support learning and teaching across lessons and activities.
• Develop positive relationships with pupils, staff and the Star community.
• Contribute to a supportive, inclusive and well organised classroom environment.

Skills

SEND experience

One-to-one support

Group support

Lesson planning support

Education

NVQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant or equivalent

Job description

Do you have the drive, passion and commitment to deliver outstanding support to help young people in a disadvantaged community? If so, joining the Star support team might just be the best career move you ever make. This is your opportunity to join a dedicated team of support staff who are committed to providing the best possible education for our pupils.

About The Olive School, Hackney

The Olive School, Hackney is a Muslim faith-based, primary school for 4 to 11 year olds, which welcomes pupils from all faiths and none. We opened in 2013 and, like all Star schools, we have a leadership specialism. We were graded as ‘Outstanding’ in all areas during our most recent Ofsted inspection in May 2025 – a result we’ve maintained since our first inspection in May 2015.

We have an exemplary reputation for excellence in every aspect of school life. We provide a knowledge-based academic curriculum alongside a rich and diverse leadership programme that grows character and inspires charitable and social action. Our pursuit of educational excellence is based upon our fundamental belief that every pupil has the capacity to become a successful and inspirational leader.

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for a dedicated individual to provide tailored support to our pupils. You will be committed to making a positive difference to young people’s lives and in supporting and developing their learning. Your intervention will help enable an outstanding learning environment for our young people, providing the support they need to succeed.

The successful candidate will be a committed team player with excellent organisational and technical skills. You will have the ability to effectively support learning and teaching, and to develop relationships across our school and the Star community.

You will have:

• A NVQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant or equivalent.
• Experience of working with children with SEND.
• Practical experience of working with children within an educational setting (voluntary or paid).
• The ability to work one-to-one, in small groups and with whole classes.
• The ability to contribute effectively to teachers’ planning and preparation of lessons.

About Star Academies

Star Academies is a high-performing multi-academy trust that runs more than 30 primary and secondary schools. We are a values-based organisation that works to improve the life chances of young people in areas of social and economic deprivation to help them succeed at the highest levels of education, employment and the professions. Every single day you’ll be rewarded with the opportunity to shape a young person’s future - our STAR values embody what we believe is needed to succeed.

Professional development is key to our ongoing success, so we continually invest in our employees through our professional development hub, Star Talent Academy. With a wealth of training, mentoring and progression opportunities across a large, growing group of academies, joining our team of leading education experts could propel your career to the next level.

We can also offer you a range of rewards and benefits, including

• competitive salaries and pension schemes
• generous holiday entitlements
• healthcare cash plans

Key Dates

Closing Date: Monday, 31 August 2026 at midnight.

Interview Date: To be confirmed.

Proposed Start Date: Monday, 19 October 2026.

Our Commitment

Star Academies is committed to safeguarding, safer recruitment and promoting the welfare of pupils. Our comprehensive recruitment and selection processes aim to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants. Successful candidates are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks.

We are equally committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity. We aim for our workforce to be representative of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to providing equality and fairness in our recruitment and employment practices and not to discriminate on any grounds. We oppose all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination.