SEN Teaching Assistant

Our 'Bring It!' vision requires us to ensure our pupils are excited by and fully engaged in their learning and school experience more widely. We support them to use their talents to create positive school memories with their friends that will remain with them for the rest of their lives.

Our aim is to inspire a lifetime of adventure.

As a Church of England Trust, we support its vision for education which is deeply Christian, with Jesus' promise of 'life in all its fullness' at its heart.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and caring Teaching Assistant to join our supportive and talented team at Lerryn Church of England Primary School We are part of a diverse multi-academy trust, looking for professional and ambitious people, with a passion for transforming our pupils’ learning.

Lerryn Church of England Primary School is a smaller than average school, set in the beautiful surroundings of Lerryn village. We aim to develop a love of learning in our children to last through their lives. We believe passionately in our children having the highest aspirations and are committed to providing a broad and balanced curriculum with exciting opportunities. We want to enable all our children to realise their full potential, their talents and their interests in all areas.

We are looking for a 1:1 Teaching Assistant - to assist in the educational, personal, and social development of a child with SEN under the direction and guidance of relevant colleagues (e.g. the Headteacher, SENCo and Class Teacher). Our ideal candidate will:

• Have experience working with children with SEN on 1:1 basis or in class
• Preferred training or experience in Makaton
• Be passionate about working with SEN children
• Be flexible, proactive and patient
• Be able to communicate effectively within a team

The role would be term time only from 8.35am - 3.20pm, Monday to Friday, totaling 31.25 hours a week. This is a fixed term contract until 31st August 2027 subject to ongoing funding being received. The actual salary is £12.71 - £13.26 per hour for 31.25 hours per week. £17,555 to £18,314 per year (actual) depending on experience.

Please note: This role is essential and as such we will be interviewing as suitable applicants apply. We reserve the right to close this role early should vacancies be filled before the closing date.

In return we offer a great benefits package that consists of:

• Generous local authority pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

St Barnabas Multi Academy Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environment in which all individuals can make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit.

We do not discriminate against staff based on age, race, nationality, ethnic origin, religious or political belief or affiliation, trade union membership, gender, gender reassignment, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, disability, socio-economic background or any other inappropriate distinction or characteristic covered by the Equality Act 2010.

St Barnabas Multi Academy Trust 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 candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. Please be aware that all shortlisted candidates will have an online search conducted as part of the Trust’s due diligence checks in line with KCSIE.

Please be aware that all shortlisted candidates will have an online search conducted as part of the Trust’s due diligence checks in line with KCSIE.