SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Hub Teaching Assistant Contract: Permanent Hours: 32.5 hours, 39 weeks (term time plus one week) Working pattern : 8.30am - 3.30pm, Monday to Friday Salary: Pathway 3, £20,500 - £21,861 per annum(FTE £27,254 - £29,064)plus an additional allowance of £1,331 Site: Welbourne Primary Academy Closing date: Mon 7th Sept 2026 Start date: ASAP Please note the trust may decide to withdraw the advert before the closing date or interview suitable candidates prior to the advert closing. Do you believe in fostering Aspiration and self-belief in every child, no matter their challenges? Are you looking for a role where your skills and compassion will change lives and open doors for the future? If this sounds like you, Welbourne Primary Academy could be the perfect place to grow your career. Your role: As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you’ll work closely with our dedicated team to support children with SEN, helping them access learning and achieve their individual targets. You’ll plan and deliver tailored activities for individuals and small groups, under the guidance of teaching staff, and play a vital role in promoting inclusion across our school. You’ll need experience working with children with autism and ideally hold a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or be working towards it). Strong communication skills, patience, and the ability to adapt learning activities are essential. Above all, you’ll share our commitment to safeguarding and to creating a positive, respectful environment where every child feels valued. About us: At Welbourne Primary Academy, you’ll be part of a warm, welcoming community where staff and pupils support each other to succeed. We are proud to be part of Thomas Deacon Education Trust, giving you access to exceptional professional development opportunities and a network of like-minded schools. You’ll enjoy working in a school that celebrates teamwork, encourages aspiration, and invests in your growth. This is more than a job, it’s a chance to inspire excellence and open doors for children who need it most. Why work for us?: Join Thomas Deacon Education Trust and be part of a dedicated team committed to "working together to transform lives through education.” To learn more about the benefits we have on offer, check out our video here: Employee Benefits At TDET, 95% of our new employees highly rate our induction programme. Benefit from the unwavering support of our dedicated staff, ensuring you feel welcomed and well-prepared from day one. According to our 2025 staff survey, 91% of staff are proud to work for TDET! Ready to transform lives through education? Apply now and make a difference! TDET - Working together to transform lives through education Thomas Deacon Education 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 Academy will require the successful candidate to provide satisfactory references and undertake an Enhanced Check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. At Thomas Deacon Education Trust, we are committed to equality of opportunity for all. We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Join us in fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where all contributions are valued. If you have any questions regarding this post, please contact the HR Team on e-mail at hrteam@tdet.education