At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with special educational needs in a dynamic classroom environment.
- Company: Berrycoombe School, a caring and inclusive community in beautiful Cornwall.
- Benefits: Professional development opportunities, family-friendly policies, and pension schemes.
- Other info: Fixed-term role, 30 hours a week, with a focus on creating a happy learning environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while working in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Experience with intimate care plans and a child-centred approach.
The predicted salary is between 24000 - 26000 £ per year.
Thank you for showing an interest in applying for a position at our school. Welcome to Berrycoombe School, located in Bodmin, a historic market town in central Cornwall, England. The school has 7 classrooms and currently 170 pupils organised into mixed-age classes. Truro and Penwith Academy Trust, together with the Local Monitoring Committee of Berrycoombe School, are seeking to appoint a dynamic and committed SEN Teaching Assistant to work as part of our team.
The real strength of the school lies in the people; staff, children, parents, and Local Monitoring Committee members are proud of our school and work hard to provide a caring and stimulating environment for learning. At Berrycoombe, we value the wellbeing of the children in our care above all else. We aim to create a happy, safe, caring environment in which every child can succeed and do their best. To this end, we constantly strive to improve by keeping up to date with the very best ideas in teaching and learning and providing a fun place to learn.
About You:
We are looking to appoint a SEN Teaching Assistant to join the team at Berrycoombe School to support a mixed class. The role is a fixed-term contract; it is 30 hours a week, 8:45am-3:15pm Monday – Friday, as well as a 30-minute unpaid break. You will have a child-centred approach and an ability to work within the class team to adapt both the curriculum and environment to meet the needs of the child. You will also have experience working with an intimate care plan to support intimate care needs. You will help deliver an inclusive and challenging curriculum which inspires and motivates children and supports high-quality learning both indoors and out.
Benefits of Working with Us:
As a leading Academy Trust, we are able to offer our staff a range of continued professional development opportunities alongside family-friendly policies and access to the Local Government/Teachers Pension Schemes.
The closing date and time for receiving applications is 31st August 2026, 11.59pm. If you wish to discuss this position ahead of applying, please contact Craig Robertson at crobertson@berrycoombe.tpacademytrust.org. Interviews will be held on TBC.
TPAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, workers, and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be required to complete an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) application as part of their pre-employment administration. Other pre-employment checks will include receipt of two satisfactory references, evidence of right to work in the UK, proof of any relevant qualifications, and completion of a health assessment questionnaire.
SEN Teaching Assistant in Swindon employer: Berrycoombe School
Berrycoombe School is an exceptional employer located in the picturesque town of Bodmin, Cornwall, where we prioritise the wellbeing of our pupils and foster a supportive, inclusive environment. Our dedicated team enjoys access to ongoing professional development opportunities, family-friendly policies, and the security of Local Government/Teachers Pension Schemes, making it a rewarding place to grow both personally and professionally. Join us in creating a happy and stimulating learning atmosphere that inspires every child to succeed.
