Specialist Teaching Assistant

Kingsforestschool; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Blackhorse Primary School is seeking a Specialist Teaching Assistant to join a skilled team supporting pupils with SEND. The role involves working under the SENCO and teachers to help pupils engage with learning through adapted activities, and coordinating interventions within the inclusion team.

The successful candidate will lead and adapt learning for groups or individuals, fostering life skills and emotional regulation while maintaining high expectations and building positive relationships

Qualifications

• Be a positive role model for pupils and adults.
• Form positive relationships with children and staff; promote inclusion and high expectations.

Responsibilities

• Hold high expectations for children and support learning through adapted activities.
• Work within the SENCO and class teachers to support engagement and learning.
• Coordinate and support interventions as part of the inclusion team.
• Lead and adapt learning for groups or individuals and develop key life skills and emotional regulation.

Skills

Positive role model

Motivated and aspirational

Relationship building

Excellent communication

Job description

* Specialist Teaching AssistantFast Apply# Specialist Teaching AssistantEmployerLocation: South Gloucestershire, South GloucestershireContract Type: PermanentHours: Part TimeSalary: (Actual): £21,281.36 to £23,097.40 per annumPosted: 8th September 2026Start Date: As Soon As PossibleExpires: 6th October 2026 09:00 AMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1572674Job Reference: BH-STA08092026Start Date: As Soon As Possible* Contract Type:Permanent* Job ID: 1572674* Share :** | Join Our Team as a Specialist Teaching Assistant at Blackhorse Primary School! | ****Start date:** As soon as possible**Hours:** 30 per week (Monday to Friday, 8.30am-3.30pm (with a 60 minute unpaid lunchbreak), term time only including INSET days**Salary (FTE):** £30,515 to £33,119 per annum**Salary (Actual):** £21,281.36 to £23,097.40 per annum**Contract:** Permanent**Application Closing Date:** 06/10/2026 (9am) - *We recommend early application as the school reserves the right to close the advert prior to the stated deadline date***Interview Date:** 13/10/2026\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_**The Role**The successful candidate will work as part of a skilled and supportive team of teaching assistants who specialise in working with pupils with a range of special educational needs and barriers to learning. This exciting position provides opportunities to work with our fully inclusive school including our resource base.Key duties include holding high expectations for the children in all aspects of school life, working under the direction of the SENCO and class teachers, to support children in their learning and engagement through adapted learning activities. This role will also require the successful candidate to work as part of the inclusion team supporting and coordinating interventions and working collaboratively within the team. The role will require you to be confident to lead and adapt learning for groups of children or on an individual basis and to assist in their learning and development of key life skills and emotional regulation.The successful candidates will:| Be a positive role model| Be motivated and aspirational for all children, making a real difference particularly to outcomes for children with disadvantage and SEND| Have a real desire to be a part of a hardworking, supportive and creative team| Form positive relationships with children and adults| Excellent communication skillsPlease refer to the candidate information pack, under \"supporting documents\" for more information about the role.**Fluency Duty**This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to converse at ease with pupils, parents and other users and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_**The Trust and School****Blackhorse Primary School is a two-form entry primary school and a founding member of** The Leaf Trust, a family of 18 schools (14 primary, 2 junior and 2 infant), united by a shared commitment to creating outstanding learning environments rooted in our local communities. The Trust was established on 1 September 2023.**OFSTED said the following about our school in November 2025:*****\"Children arrive at Blackhorse with a skip in their step and a smile on their faces. The School's mantra of 'champions are built, not born' is central... it is the golden thread that runs throughout all aspects of school life. There is deliberate intension to provide pupils with a comprehensive range of enrichment opportunities. Inclusion is a considerable strength. Parents are overwhelmingly positive about the school. Staff feel proud to work in the school and feel valued.\"***We can offer you:* The opportunity to join one of the most popular and over-subscribed schools in the county, with a strong track record for developing staff.* A Great Working Environment: Join a skilled, supportive and highly motivated team with a warm, inclusive ethos, strong community links, and a culture where colleagues support one another to be the best they can be.* A Modern Learning Environment: Work in a well-equipped building with attractive outdoor spaces that enhance teaching and learning.* Collaboration and Shared Learning: Work closely with colleagues across the Trust and with partner schools, including Emersons Green Primary, benefiting from shared expertise and partnership working.* Professional Growth and Career Progression: Benefit from high-quality CPD, apprenticeship opportunities, and expert coaching and mentoring, with clear pathways for career development and progression across our network of 18 schools.* A Modern Learning Environment: Benefit from a well-equipped school building and attractive outdoor spaces that support high-quality teaching and learning.* Employee Wellbeing: We prioritise your wellbeing through an annual Wellbeing Day, active Wellbeing Committees, regular staff voice opportunities, and access to a comprehensive medical support package including physiotherapy, counselling, mental health services and more - all designed to promote a healthy work-life balance.* Financial Benefits: Enjoy excellent pension scheme, a Cycle to Work scheme and access to a retail discount platform to support your financial wellbeing.We encourage you to browse our respective websites for more information about Blackhorse Primary School and The Leaf Trust.**School Visits**Visits are most welcome, if you would like to find out more about this vacancy and book in to visit our school then please contact the school office.**How to Apply**All applicants are advised to refer to the candidate information pack, which includes the job description and specification, before submitting an application. If you feel that your skills and experience match the requirements of this post then please submit an Application Form outlining reasons for applying and suitability for the role. In order to do so, please click the 'Fast Apply' button. Please be advised, in accordance with our Safeguarding Policy, we do not accept CV's.\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:The Leaf Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of our safer recruitment practices, suitability to work with children and young people will be assessed during the selection process. All appointments are subject to comprehensive vetting, including an enhanced DBS check, employment and reference checks, and an online search.**Equal Opportunity Employer**We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates, particularly those from underrepresented