Term-Time Specialist SEN TA – Resource Base

Parley First School; Dudsbury; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Parley First School in the United Kingdom is seeking a Specialist SEN Teaching Assistant to join The Pod, our Specialist Resource Base. This fixed-term role runs term-time only, starting November 2026, for 31.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday, supporting children with autism, speech and language needs, and school-based anxiety.

You will work closely with the Specialist Teacher to deliver personalised learning, support pupils one-to-one and in small groups, help them access learning, develop

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children, particularly those with additional needs, is essential.
• Patient, empathetic and resilient individual who understands the importance of relationships.
• Able to stay calm under pressure and respond sensitively to pupils’ needs.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Specialist Teacher to deliver personalised learning programmes for pupils with EHCPs and additional needs.
• Support pupils one-to-one and in small groups, helping them engage with learning and develop key life skills.
• Use a calm, relational approach to help pupils regulate their emotions and feel safe.
• Promote independence, confidence, and self-esteem in every child.
• Monitor progress and share insights with teachers to support next steps in learning.
• Provide personal care when required, ensuring dignity, safety, and compassion at all times.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Resilience

Team player

Strong communicator

Calm under pressure

Job description

Parley First School in the United Kingdom is seeking a Specialist SEN Teaching Assistant to join The Pod, our Specialist Resource Base. This fixed-term role runs term-time only, starting November 2026, for 31.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday, supporting children with autism, speech and language needs, and school-based anxiety.

You will work closely with the Specialist Teacher to deliver personalised learning, support pupils one-to-one and in small groups, help them access learning, develop