Teaching Assistant with SEND Focus (post 2)

North East Combined Authority; Sunderland; Remote; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Aim High Academy Trust is seeking a Teaching Assistant with SEND focus (Level 2) for a fixed term contract at our Sunderland school. The role runs 32.5 hours per week during term time plus inset days, 39 weeks a year, starting January 2027. The post is linked to EHCP funding and ends when funding terminates.

The successful candidate will support teaching and learning with a specific SEND focus, communicate effectively with colleagues and be involved in school life beyond the classroom.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting pupils with SEND, especially ASD.
• Proven ability to support teaching and learning across phases.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, pupils and families.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of teaching and learning with a specific SEND focus.
• Collaborate with colleagues to provide high-quality learning experiences.
• Be involved in the wider life of the school, including curriculum and activities.

Skills

SEND focus

Teaching support

Effective communication

Collaboration

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent

Job description

TEACHING ASSISTANT WITH SEND FOCUS (LEVEL 2)

FIXED TERM CONTRACT

Grade 2 SCP 5-6 (£26,427 - £26,847 pro rata)

32.5 hours per week (8.30am - 3.30pm)

Term Time plus Inset Days (39 weeks)

Start Date – January 2027

The Headteacher envisages this fixed term contract to end on 31st August 2027 however it is linked to EHCP funding and if the child moves then the funding will move and therefore this contract will terminate from the date the funding ends.

The governors and Headteacher are seeking to appoint a committed, flexible and highly motivated person to be part of our school team.

You should:

• be an outstanding practitioner with high expectations for all children with a focus on SEND (ASD)
• be proficient in supporting the delivery of all aspects of teaching and learning with a specific focus on SEND needs
• be an effective communicator and keen to work in collaboration with colleagues
• be willing to be involved in the corporate life of the school, supporting the informal as well as the formal curriculum
• have a Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent

Aim High Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore will be subject to a DBS check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Aim High Academy Trust safeguards and protects its students and staff by being committed to respond in accordance with Sunderland Local Safeguarding Board Procedures. Applicants can view the Trust’s safeguarding policies via our website www.aimhighacademytrust.co.uk/policies.

A tour of the school and discussion with the Headteacher is strongly encouraged.

Closing Date: Thursday 19th November (9.00am)

Shortlisting: Thursday 19th November (am)

Interviews: Wednesday 25th November