SEND Teaching Assistant

Salary: £26,957 to £28,886
Scale: 5, Term Time Only

The Edward Betham CofE Primary School is seeking to appoint an excellent SEND Teaching Assistant to join our high‑achieving, two‑form entry school in September 2026.

Graded ‘Good’ by Ofsted in 2024 and ‘Excellent’ by SIAMS in 2022, our school enjoys a strong reputation. Parents and carers are highly supportive and positive about the education their children receive.

Responsibilities

• Experience of working with children of all ages
• Experience of working with a range of special educational needs including ADHD, ASD, PDA, SLCN and children who are pre‑verbal
• Experience of carrying out targeted interventions, working from EHCPs and with external professionals
• Positive attitude and flexibility to adapt to different situations
• Initiative, practical, positive, warm and compassionate; can support children academically, socially and emotionally
• Hard‑working, energetic, enthusiastic; supports our values and Christian ethos
• Ability to support children’s academic, social and emotional development in all Key Stages (EYFS to Year 6)
• Can develop positive relationships with pupils, understanding their social and emotional needs
• Remains calm when faced with a variety of challenges

What We Offer

• Confident, friendly and highly motivated pupils
• Supportive and experienced team of dedicated professionals
• Strong leadership with a commitment to meaningful professional development
• Focus on staff wellbeing with initiatives to support you both in and out of work
• Excellent CPD opportunities

Safeguarding

The school is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. We have a clear commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

The successful candidate will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Further information can be found at

Our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy is available on our website. References will be sought prior to interview. The school reserves the right to carry out online searches on shortlisted candidates as part of its due diligence, and any relevant information may be considered during the recruitment process.

How to Apply

Please contact the school office to arrange a visit and request an application pack, or download one from

Applicants are encouraged to visit the school website for further information and to arrange a visit with the SENDCO.

Please send completed application forms to (CVs will not be accepted).

Closing Date: Applications must be submitted by 12:00pm on Friday 26th June

Interview Date: Wednesday 8th July

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