Teaching Assistant 1:1 SEND

St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School; West Midlands; In loco; GBP 26.000 - 27.000; Part-time

Descrizione del lavoro

St Bernadette’s Catholic Primary School is seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to support a pupil with complex needs in KS1. The role is 15 hours per week during term time, working mainly on a 1:1 basis while also supporting small-group sessions.

The successful candidate will contribute to a nurturing Catholic ethos and collaborate with the SENCO, teachers, and external professionals. The post is fixed-term, commencing 1 September 2026 and ending 31 August 2026.

Competenze

• Experience supporting children with complex needs in a primary setting.
• Ability to deliver 1:1 learning and lead small-group interventions.
• Experience delivering Phonics using multisensory strategies.
• Proven collaboration with SENCO, class teacher, parents and external agencies.
• Commitment to safeguarding and welfare of children; DBS and references required.

Mansioni

• Deliver bespoke learning activities under the guidance of the SENCO and class teacher, ensuring EHCP targets are met.
• Contribute to Phonics teaching using adaptive or multisensory methods.
• Monitor, record, and report pupil progress with focus on social, emotional, and academic development.
• Support the Catholic ethos of the academy and promote inclusive learning.
• Meet pastoral needs with parents, carers and external agencies as needed; support 1:1 and wider class.

Conoscenze

1:1 support

Phonics support

multisensory teaching

team collaboration

safeguarding commitment

Formazione

Experience with complex needs in primary

Descrizione del lavoro

L2 SEND TEACHING ASSISTANT

15 hours per week Term‑time only

£25,583 - £26,824 per annum pro rata Actual salary - £7,757 - £8,133 Fixed Term Contract Start Date - 1st September 2026 to 31st August 2026

St Bernadette’s Catholic Primary School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, child‑centred, and highly skilled SEND Teaching Assistant. We are looking for a dedicated practitioner with a proven track record of supporting children with complex needs within a primary setting. With exemplary pupil behaviour, a collaborative staff team, and an inclusive learning environment, St Bernadette’s is a wonderful place to further your career in special education.

We are looking for a specialist who can support learning in KS1. The successful candidate will primarily work on a 1:1 basis, but must remain flexible enough to lead small‑group interventions or support the wider class.

You will join our happy, forward‑thinking academy and work as part of a dedicated team to:

• Deliver bespoke learning activities under the guidance of the SENCO and class teacher, ensuring that the pupil’s EHCP (Education, Health and Care Plan) targets are met.

• Contribute to the teaching of Phonics, using adaptive or multisensory strategies to ensure the curriculum is accessible and engaging for pupils with SEND.

• Work closely with senior staff to monitor, record, and report on the pupil’s progress, ensuring they make excellent social, emotional, and academic strides.

• Contribute to the strong Catholic ethos of our academy, ensuring every child feels valued as a unique individual.

• Meet the pastoral needs of the pupil. This includes collaborating with parents, carers, and external agencies (such as Speech and Language Therapists or Educational Psychologists) to promote effective safeguarding and wellbeing.

• Professional Partnerships: Develop strong, empathetic relationships with pupils, staff, and partners across our MAT.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and pre‑employment medical clearance. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), online searches will also be carried out for shortlisted candidates. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.