The Learning Federation
Mead Primary School
Amersham Rd, Harold Hill, RM3 9JD
Tel: 01708 343616
Teaching Assistant to support complex SEND
Grade: Grade 1/2 spinal point 3-5
Hours: 32.5 hours per week, 8:30am - 3:30pm with 30 mins unpaid lunch break. Working 38 weeks per year (not including inset days) Paid for 43.7 weeks per year (inclusive of 5.7 weeks paid annual leave)
Salary: Pro Rata salary of £21,652 - £22,271 per annum (FTE £28,617 - £29,436 p.a.) plus SEN allowance of £818 pro rata
Contract: Permanent
We are inviting applications for a Teaching Assistant who has relevant experience of working with children with high needs to work with our ASD/SEN pupils in the Mead SEND Unit.
The successful candidate will be calm and patient, have an extremely flexible attitude and:
- Be positive, confident and open to developing their knowledge of current theory and practice in teaching and learning, and SEND
- Be flexible and compassionate
- Develop positive relationships with pupils and able to use a variety of strategies to meet individual needs
- Understand the importance of healthcare needs, cleanliness and hygiene in the SEND Unit and be ready to carry out personal care for pupils including nappy changing.
- Be enthusiastic, confident and able to use their initiative
- Be patient and empathetic
- Play a full part in the life of the school and committed to working in partnership with staff and parents.
You will ideally have prior experience of working with pupils who have Autism, ADHD, Physical disabilities and/or pupils with medical needs. Due to the nature of the role, you may deal with a variety of conditions, so being able to adapt your supporting methods is essential. You will need to be physically fit and able to work outdoors and manage personal care for our children if required. An ability to motivate and engage children is essential.
At Mead we can offer you:
- a kind, caring, warm and friendly school with happy, and motivated children;
- a well-resourced, new teaching environment adjacent to our mainstream school
- continuing professional development opportunities within and outside of school and an experienced team to offer advice and support
- an opportunity to be part of a strong and dedicated staff team who are committed to high standards and creating an inclusive learning environment for all children.
Please apply online
Closing date: 12:00 Thursday 3rd July 2026
Interviews: Monday 6th July and Tuesday 7th July
We reserve the right to interview suitable applicants early in the recruitment process so please apply without delay.
Please note that in line with KCSIE 2025, the school will conduct a pre-employment internet/social media search on all shortlisted candidates.
