Teaching Assistant (SEND Unit)

Northbrook Primary Academy; Banks; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Northbrook Primary Academy is seeking a dedicated SEND Support Assistant to join our SEND Unit. This part-time, permanent role is term-time only plus inset days, 31.25 hours per week, 8:30am–3:15pm, Monday to Friday.

You will support children with a range of additional learning needs to help them progress academically and personally. We emphasise personalised approaches to learning in a calm, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEND and personalised learning approaches.
• Commitment to helping children progress academically, socially and emotionally.

Responsibilities

• Support children with SEND to progress academically and personally within a calm, inclusive environment.
• Work within term-time schedule (part-time, 31.25 hours/week, 8:30–3:15) and share safeguarding responsibilities.

Job description

Our SEND Unit is a nurturing and inclusive environment designed to meet the needs of pupils with a range of additional learning needs, enabling them to thrive both academically and personally. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a developing provision, shaping practice and making a real difference to children’s lives.

All of our staff at Northbrook are ambitious for our children and are driven to ensure that they receive the very best education possible, in a calm, supportive and inspiring environment. We are leaving no stone unturned in our drive to raise standards and to provide all our pupils with the experiences and outcomes they deserve.

We are looking for an individual who is enthusiastic about supporting children with SEND, and who understands the importance of personalised approaches to learning. The successful candidate will be committed to helping children make the best possible progress not only academically, but also in their communication, social interaction, self-regulation, and independence. Our core aim is to equip all children with the skills, knowledge, and confidence they need to thrive—both within our school and beyond. Pupils benefit from a range of tailored learning opportunities that promote their academic, emotional and personal development.

Our core aim is to provide children with the skills, knowledge, attitudes and confidence necessary to make informed choices for themselves and to become independent, resilient learners. Children in our SEND Unit will experience a broad range of learning opportunities that promote academic progress, personal growth and emotional well-being.

This position is part time, permanent and term time only plus inset days. Working 31.25 hours per week Monday to Friday 8:30am until 3:15pm.

SAFEGUARDING

Endeavour Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and individually take responsibility for doing so.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.