1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant

Join Our Team as a Teaching Assistant Supporting a Child 1:1 with an Education Health Care Plan (EHCP)

Hours: 31.25 per week (8:30am - 3:15pm, Monday to Friday, Term Time Only)

Contract: Fixed Term until 31 August 2027 (in the first instance)

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Level 2 Teaching Assistant to work one-to-one with a pupil with an EHCP. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in a child’s educational journey while being part of a supportive and welcoming school community.

The ideal candidate will be a committed and passionate individual who can work with initiative and collaborate effectively with others to deliver tailored support, helping to secure the best possible outcomes for the pupil.

Applicants must be able to demonstrate the following:

• Experience in supporting the individual needs of children.
• A friendly, flexible approach and strong interpersonal skills, working effectively as part of a team.
• A commitment to inclusion and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, parents, and external professionals.
• Good organisation and a proactive attitude, with a willingness to contribute to the wider life and work of the school.
• Resilience and the ability to remain calm and positive when responding to the varied and sometimes challenging needs of pupils.
• An openness to training and professional development tailored to the role and to the specific needs of the child.

Key Priorities for the Role

• Provide high‑quality, personalised support that addresses the individual needs of the pupil, enabling them to make meaningful progress.
• Work collaboratively and build positive relationships with pupils, staff, parents/carers and external professionals to promote inclusion and consistency of support.
• Demonstrate resilience, initiative, and proactive practice when responding to the varied and sometimes challenging needs of pupils.
• Engage in ongoing professional development, including training tailored to the role and the needs of the pupil, whilst contributing to the wider life and work of the school

What We Offer You

• Happy, well‑behaved and well‑supported children who enjoy learning and thrive in a nurturing environment.
• A strong commitment to raising standards for all pupils, ensuring every child has the opportunity to succeed.
• A collaborative, supportive staff team where colleagues value teamwork, share expertise, and work together to make a real difference.
• Tailored training and professional development, designed to equip you with the skills and confidence needed for the role and to support the individual needs of the pupil.
• Beautiful school grounds in a village setting, offering fantastic opportunities for sports, outdoor learning, and creative exploration.

Discover More

We encourage you to explore our school community by visiting our website: https://menstonprimary.co.uk/

How to Apply

If you have the skills and ambition to join our team, we would love to hear from you. In your personal statement we are looking for you to highlight how you would make a positive contribution to our school and demonstrate your commitment to inclusion.

Note: we are unable to accept CVs.

For questions about the vacancy, please email recruitment@menston.mlt.co.uk.