At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with complex learning difficulties and behaviours that challenge.
- Company: Valley School is an outstanding special school in Stockport, dedicated to nurturing young pupils.
- Benefits: High quality ongoing professional development and a permanent contract.
- Other info: Position starts on 1st September 2026; applications must be submitted via email.
- Why this job: Join a team with low turnover and opportunities for career progression.
- Qualifications: Knowledge or interest in working with children with autism and complex needs is essential.
The predicted salary is between 31650 - 40000 £ per year.
Salary: Scale 4 point 7 £18,463.36 pro rata actual salary
Hours: 30.25
Working Pattern: Term Time Only
Contract type: permanent
Closing date: 28th June 2026
Shortlisting: 29th June 2026
Tour of school for all shortlisted candidates: Friday 3rd July 2026 at 2.30
Interview Date: The Morning of Tuesday 7th July 2026
Start Date: 1st September 2026
Valley School is an outstanding special school which caters for nursery and primary aged pupils with complex learning difficulties.
- Child-centered in their approach
- Sensitive and patient in their dealings with children who have significant special needs and who may, at times, present behaviours that challenge
- Knowledgeable about, or interested in, working with children who have autism and/or profound and complex learning and physical difficulties including complex health needs
- Flexible, versatile, positive, calm and enthusiastic
- Committed to their own training and development
Safeguarding is the most important work that we do at Valley School. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We have a very low turnover of teaching assistants and when people do leave us it is often to retire or for career progression including teaching or therapy posts.
The successful candidate will be based in a class with approximately 8 pupils. High quality ongoing continued professional development is provided within school for all staff. The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. We carry out online checks as part of our safer recruitment work. We do not accept CVs. Do not send them. Applications forms need to be returned to headteacher@valley.stockport.sch.uk.
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant's appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
SEN Teaching Assistant in Bramhall employer: Valley Special School
Valley School offers a supportive environment for nursery and primary aged pupils with complex needs. Located in Stockport, the school prioritises safeguarding and provides extensive training for staff. The team enjoys a low turnover, indicating a positive workplace culture.
