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Specialist Teaching and Learning Assistant

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Location
Chapel en le Frith C of E VC Primary School
Reference
JOB/25/02885
Salary details
Grade 8 Actual Salary £21,320.40 - £22,735.20 per annum (£29,719 - £31,691 per annum FTE)
Job term
Part Time
Appointment type
Fixed Term - Due to pupil numbers until the end of August 2026
Hours
31 hours per week, 39 weeks per year
Closing Date
05 October 2025
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We are seeking to appoint a flexible, dedicated and caring Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching and Learning Assistant to join our supportive and passionate team at Chapel en le Frith C of E VC Primary School.

Our school is a large primary with a nursery and enhanced resource provision, offering inclusive support for children with a wide range of special educational needs. Due to growing demand, we are expanding our team to continue providing high-quality support to children with SEND.

The successful candidate will work closely with the SENDCo and class teacher to support pupils in line with their EHCPs, which may include providing intimate care and attending relevant training sessions.

Key Requirements:

  • Recent experience working in a nursery or school with pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) is essential.
  • Experience supporting pupils using alternative and augmentative communication is desirable.
  • A full and relevant Level 2 qualification is essential; Level 3 is desirable.

We are a welcoming school with a friendly team and a committed Governing Body that supports staff development. This fixed-term position runs until August 2026, with potential for extension or permanency.

If you would like further details about this role, please contact Mrs Sue Hutchins, Deputy Headteacher and SENDCo, on 01298 812000. Please note: CVs will not be accepted.

Provisional Interview Date: 14 October 2025

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.