We are seeking a caring and committed SEN Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team at Manor Community Primary School. This is a rewarding opportunity to support children with additional needs, helping them overcome barriers to learning and thrive both academically and emotionally. Working as part of a supportive and collaborative team, you will play a vital role in creating an inclusive, nurturing environment where every child is valued and able to succeed.
At Manor Community Primary School, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to flourish. We are proud of our inclusive ethos and commitment to supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
As an SEN Teaching Assistant in the Early Years, you will work closely with teachers and other professionals to provide tailored support, enabling pupils to engage fully with learning and develop confidence, independence, and positive relationships. This is a role where no two days are the same – and where your impact will be felt every day.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the delivery of planned learning activities, adapting approaches to meet individual pupil needs
- Work collaboratively with teachers to plan, evaluate and review pupil progress
- Assist in monitoring, assessing and recording pupil attainment and behaviour
- Provide clear, supportive feedback to pupils to encourage progress and independence
- Prepare and organise learning resources to support lessons and interventions
- Promote pupils’ social, emotional and mental wellbeing
- Support inclusive practice and ensure all pupils can access learning opportunities
- Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, families, and external professionals
- Contribute to a safe, respectful and engaging learning environment
- Support pupils with personal care, health and wellbeing needs where required
- Assist with breaktime supervision, educational visits, and wider school activities
Who We Are Looking For
- Is passionate about supporting children with SEND to achieve their potential
- Has experience working with children, ideally within a school or educational setting
- Demonstrates patience, empathy and a nurturing approach
- Works effectively as part of a team while also using their own initiative
- Has strong communication skills and can build positive relationships with children and adults
- Is committed to inclusion, safeguarding and the wellbeing of all pupils
- Has good literacy, numeracy and basic ICT skills
- Is reliable, flexible and resilient, with a positive and proactive attitude
- Is motivated to continue learning and developing professionally
Why Work With Us?
- A welcoming, supportive and collaborative team environment
- A strong focus on pupil wellbeing, inclusion and achievement
- Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning
- Clear guidance, mentoring and support from experienced colleagues
- A culture built on respect, teamwork and shared values
- The chance to make a meaningful, lasting difference in children’s lives every day
Please download our application pack to find out more, click the “Apply Now” button to send us your application. If you would prefer this advert and application in a different format, please contact the school office.
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Appointment to this post will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, as well as any other relevant pre-employment checks.
We reserve the right to close this advert early, should a suitable applicant be found.
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