SEN Teaching Assistant

Salary details: £ - £

The Governors wish to appoint a caring, enthusiastic and committed SEN Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team. The successful candidate will have experience of working with primary-aged children and, ideally, supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. They will be able to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents, provide effective 1:1 and small group support, and help pupils access learning and achieve their individual potential. The ability to work collaboratively, demonstrate patience and flexibility, and promote a nurturing and inclusive environment is essential. This is a fixed-term position.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and ensuring that every child reaches their potential in a stimulating, fun and caring environment. As part of our commitment to safeguarding our learners, all our children understand that under no circumstance should they keep an adult’s secret. 

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. To arrange an appointment please contact the school on 0115 648 2089

Provisional Interview Date: Week commencing 16 November 2026 

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.