Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Overview

Special Needs Teaching Assistant (SENTA). Hours: 27.5 per week, part‑time. Contract: temporary. Salary: Hay 10.

Almondsbury CE Primary is a vibrant 315‑place co‑educational school overlooking the Severn Estuary, on the outskirts of Bristol and near the M4/M5 interchange.

The role is to offer 27.5 hours of support to children with EHCPs over the course of the week, with the possibility of working over lunchtime as a play leader.

Responsibilities

• Provide additional support to help children with academic work, both individually and in class.
• Support transition into school and management of lunch‑time activities.
• Assist children when they become dysregulated and manage their hyper‑vigilance.
• Support regulation of emotions and work to manage emotional challenges.
• Provide sensory support and facilitate fine‑motor control activities.

Qualifications & Experience

• High expectations of children, both academically and socially.
• Ability to work closely with colleagues as a team member.
• Shared commitment to the school’s caring ethos and vision.
• Enthusiasm, dedication, excellent rapport with children and staff, and a sense of humour.
• Calm and consistent approach to working with children.
• Competent English and Maths skills.
• Experience working with children with additional needs and NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) at least.
• Good communication skills with colleagues, children and parents.
• Ability to aid in planning and delivering a range of interventions.
• Training or understanding of trauma‑informed practice is desirable.

Benefits

• Careful, warm and friendly school environment with a supportive staff team.
• Happy, well‑behaved children eager to learn.
• Positive community school with strong links to local cluster schools, the local community and church.
• Commitment to professional development.

Closing Date: Monday 8 JuneInterviews: Week beginning 15 June 2026

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