At a Glance
- Tasks: Support primary school children with special educational needs and inspire them to achieve their best.
- Company: Trinity Church School, part of a growing Multi-Academy Trust.
- Benefits: Local Government pension, free eye tests, and Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Other info: Join a supportive team in a vibrant school community.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Minimum Level 3 SEN Teaching Assistant qualification and a passion for supporting learners.
The predicted salary is between 13.69 - 13.69 £ per hour.
Employer: Trinity Church School
Location: Radstock, Somerset
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
Salary: FTE £25,583-£26,403; actual salary £19,307-£19,925
Posted: 22nd June 2026
Expires: 5th July 2026 11:59 PM
Start Date: 3rd September 2026
Job ID: 1561660
Role: Teaching Assistant - SEN
Location: Trinity Church School, Radstock BA3 3DE
Start Date: 3rd September 2026
Closing Date: 4th July 2026
Interview Date: w/c 6th July 2026
Hours: Full time: Monday-Friday 8.15am-3.30pm, 32.5 hours per week, Term time plus 5 INSET days
Salary: Grade 3 SCP 5-7 (£13.26-£13.69 per hour)
This is a permanent full time post (term time only plus 5 INSET days).
We encourage early applications as we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the closing date if we receive sufficient applications for the role.
Trinity Church School (incorporating Acorns Nursery) is an exciting and motivational place to work with a Roll of nearly 200 pupils. We are a part of the Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership (MNSP), a Multi-Academy Trust. The success of the school means we are growing in popularity and size and opportunities for professional development make us an attractive place to work.
We require a talented and enthusiastic minimum Level 3 SEN Teaching Assistant to work with children of primary school age providing tailored support for children with SEND, including EHCPs. For the right candidate, consideration may be given to applicants with proven experience.
You will:
- Be committed to exceptional standards of support for our learners
- Have an interest in supporting children with additional needs and/or learning difficulties
- Be able to motivate, challenge and inspire pupils to achieve their best
- Be able to establish and develop outstanding relationships with pupils and staff
- Be a team player able to contribute to the promotion of positive learning outcomes to outside agencies and all stakeholders
- Be dedicated to your continuing professional development
- Contribute to our core vision and values
All colleagues have access to the following benefits:
- Local Government pension scheme
- Employee Assistance Helpline – providing employees and their families with free confidential support and legal advice 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
- Cycle to Work Scheme – employees can save at least 25% on new bikes and/or accessories. Deductions are made via salary sacrifice which attracts tax and NI savings over 12 months which is interest free.
- Free eye test – annual eye check and a contribution of up to £49 towards glasses
If you think this role is for you then we would like to hear from you – please complete an application form in full.
Trinity Church School contact is Michelle Parsons, Executive Headteacher or Clair Hurley, SENDCo
Safeguarding Statement: Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
SEN Teaching Assistant employer: Midsomer Norton Primary
Trinity Church School in Radstock, Somerset, is an inspiring and supportive environment for SEN Teaching Assistants, offering a commitment to professional development and exceptional standards of support for learners. With access to benefits such as a Local Government pension scheme, Employee Assistance Helpline, and a Cycle to Work Scheme, employees are well-supported both personally and professionally. Join a growing school that values teamwork and fosters positive relationships, making it an excellent choice for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with additional needs.
