At a Glance
- Tasks: Support pupils with complex needs and deliver personalised learning programmes.
- Company: The Meadow Inclusion Base, dedicated to inclusive education.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Join a passionate team committed to excellence and inclusion.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives and promote their success.
- Qualifications: Experience with SEND and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 23100 - 27000 £ per year.
- Overview
- Specialist SEN Teaching Assistant – The Meadow Inclusion Base
The post is for 30 hours per week (8:30 – 3:30 Monday to Friday) term time only. 1-year contract initially.
- Pro rata based on working 30 hours per week 38 weeks per year. £20,084.96
- We are seeking a dedicated, skilled and compassionate
- Specialist SEN Teaching Assistant to join
- The Meadow Inclusion Base
- , our specialist provision supporting pupils with
- Complex Communication & Interaction (C&I) and
Cognition & Learning (C&L) needs.
The successful candidate need not have previous primary school experience. Experience working in a Portage role or EYFS SEN pre-school role would be ideal.
At our school, inclusion is not a compromise – it is a commitment to excellence for every learner.
The Meadow provides a nurturing, structured and ambitious environment where pupils are supported to develop academically, socially and emotionally, enabling them to access learning and participate fully in school life.
The Role
As a Specialist SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers, SEND professionals and families to support pupils with complex needs.
You will play a key role in delivering personalised learning, promoting independence and ensuring every child feels valued, understood and successful.
- Provide high-quality support for pupils with complex Communication & Interaction and Cognition & Learning needs.
- Deliver targeted interventions and personalised learning programmes.
- Support pupils’ communication, social development and emotional wellbeing.
- Adapt resources and strategies to meet individual needs.
- Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, families and external agencies.
- Contribute to a positive, inclusive and aspirational learning environment.
- Support care needs of the children.
Qualifications
- Has experience of working with children with SEND, particularly Communication & Interaction and Cognition & Learning needs.
- Is patient, empathetic and resilient.
- Has strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Can use initiative and respond flexibly to pupils’ needs.
- Is committed to inclusive education and high expectations for all learners.
- Works effectively as part of a collaborative team.
- Brings enthusiasm, warmth and a genuine passion for supporting children to achieve their full potential.
Benefits
- The opportunity to work within a highly valued and developing Inclusion Base.
- A supportive and experienced inclusion team.
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
- A school culture that places inclusion, wellbeing and achievement at its heart.
- The chance to make a lasting difference to the lives of children and their families.
If you share our vision and believe that every child deserves exceptional support, encouragement and opportunities to succeed, we would love to hear from you.
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