SEND Teaching Assistant

Coast and Vale Learning Trust; Daventry; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS or TPS pension

31 days annual leave

Cycle to Work

Job summary

E‑ACT The Grange School in Daventry is a welcoming primary academy committed to broadening horizons and supporting every child. The SEND Teaching Assistant role involves working with teachers and the SENCO to provide tailored support so pupils with SEND can access learning and thrive in a nurturing environment.

You will implement IEPs and EHCP targets, deliver targeted interventions, and help pupils develop confidence and positive learning behaviours.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent).
• Passion for supporting children with SEND.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building with pupils, staff, parents and external professionals.
• Ability to adapt learning activities to meet individual pupil needs.
• Strong behaviour management and ability to support positive learning behaviours.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to pupils with SEND, enabling them to access learning and achieve their full potential.
• Work closely with class teachers, the SENCO and other professionals to implement IEPs, EHCP targets and personalised support strategies.
• Deliver targeted interventions and structured learning activities to individuals and small groups.
• Support pupils' social, emotional and behavioural development, promoting confidence, independence and positive relationships.
• Adapt resources and learning activities to meet diverse needs and remove barriers to learning.

Skills

SEND support

Communication skills

Behaviour management

Adapt learning activities

Education

GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent)

Job description

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The Grange

Job Title: Primary/Secondary School Support Role

E‑ACT The Grange School - Every Child, Every Lesson, Every Day

E‑ACT The Grange School is a welcoming and ambitious primary academy in Daventry, committed to broadening horizons and opening hearts, minds, and opportunities for every child. Grounded in a clear and powerful ethos — every child, every lesson, every day — we strive to create a nurturing, inclusive environment where pupils feel safe, supported, and inspired to achieve their very best.

Our school values shape everyday life at The Grange. We offer enriching learning experiences during and beyond the school day, supported by a dedicated staff team who set high expectations and work collaboratively to ensure children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Want to make a difference to young people?

Joining E‑ACT The Grange School means becoming part of a vibrant, child‑centred community. If you are passionate about supporting children, embracing diversity, and helping shape a school where ambition and opportunity flourish, we would love to welcome you to the team.

Discover more at https://thegrangeschool.e-act.org.uk/

We are looking for an enthusiastic SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional needs to flourish in a nurturing and inclusive environment. Working closely with teachers and SENCOs, you will play a vital role in providing tailored support that enables pupils with special educational needs and disabilities to thrive academically, socially and emotionally. If you are passionate about removing barriers to learning and helping every child achieve success, we would love to hear from you.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide tailored support to pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), enabling them to access learning and achieve their full potential.
• Work closely with class teachers, the SENCO and other professionals to implement individual education plans (IEPs), EHCP targets and personalised support strategies.
• Deliver targeted interventions and structured learning activities to individuals and small groups.
• Support pupils' social, emotional and behavioural development, promoting confidence, independence and positive relationships.
• Adapt resources and learning activities to meet the diverse needs of pupils and remove barriers to learning.

Pay range:

• SCP 5 - 7: £22,500.85 - £23,222.06
• FTE: £25,583.00 - £26,403.00
• 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year
• Permanent

Qualifications and Skills:

• GCSE C/4 Maths and English (or equivalent)
• A genuine passion for supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, parents and external professionals.
• The ability to adapt learning activities and resources to meet individual pupil needs.
• Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to support pupils in developing positive learning behaviours.

What are we about?

We are proud to lead system-wide change both locally and nationally, providing sector-wide support while transforming futures. Most recently, E‑ACT was named Large Trust MAT of the Year 2026 at the MAT Excellence Awards. Our achievements are further recognised through winning MAT of the Year 2023 at the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, as well as the TES Trust Leadership Award 2024.

E‑ACT is recognised for shaping bold educational outcomes. Most recently, two of our Birmingham academies were selected by the Department for Education as RISE Regional Hubs, in recognition of their outstanding work on inclusion and behaviour. In addition, Greenfields Academy has been designated as a RISE Reception Network Lead School. This is a testament to the impact of our people‑first culture and relentless drive for excellence.

Benefits:

Financial and Lifestyle

We offer a strong financial package including access to defined benefit pension schemes (LGPS or TPS), life cover at three times pensionable pay, and 31 days of annual leave for year-round employees. Staff can also benefit from the Cycle to Work scheme, promoting healthy and sustainable commuting.

Professional Growth and Development

We invest heavily in staff development through tailored INSET days and high-quality CPD opportunities. Teaching staff benefit from automatic TLR progression, a structured 9‑point pay scale (M1 to UPS3), and full TLR payments for part‑time colleagues fulfilling full responsibilities.

Culture and Wellbeing

Our people‑first culture values every colleague. We support wellbeing through the Wisdom app and a free Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial advice. Collaboration is at the heart of our Trust, encouraging shared learning and collective success.

Please look at our 'Work for Us' page and Recruitment Pack for more information.

E‑ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.

E‑ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.