SEND Teaching Assistant

Contract type: Specific Purpose Contract - Initially for one academic year
Work pattern: 30 hours per week, Term time only + 5 training days (39 weeks)
Salary information: Scale 2, £21,255 (approx) per annum
Start date: ASAP

We are looking to appoint a dynamic and motivated teaching assistant to join our friendly staff team working primarily in Reception to support children with complex needs. We have wonderful children who would love such a person to be their teaching assistant. If you are passionate about nurturing high aspirations in pupils, willing to promote a positive and inclusive learning environment and have the ambition to support the school in its drive for excellence, we would love to hear from you.

The Head and her team are looking for an individual who shares their desire and drive to deliver an exceptional learning environment where all pupils succeed.

In order to support our school we are looking for someone who:

• Is dedicated, inspiring and enthusiastic.
• Is passionate about providing a high quality education for all pupils and has a specialism in supporting pupils with complex needs in Early Years.
• Is able to empower and motivate pupils to be the very best they can be.
• Is a team player with a positive attitude and a sense of humour.

As a school we will provide the successful candidate with:

• A friendly and inclusive environment.
• Happy, engaged and motivated pupils with a positive attitude to learning.
• The opportunity to play a part in the continued success of the school.

Visits to the school are positively encouraged. Please contact the school to arrange a suitable date and time on 01895-634318 or contact us by email at office@ladybankes.school.

Closing date: 28th September 2026 at Midday