Specialist Teaching Assistant

(SPECIALIST) TEACHING & LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT TWEENDYKES SCHOOL & SIXTH FORM Grade & Scale point: 4, Scp 5-7 Salary: £26,428 - £27,274 FTE, £19,985 - £20,625 Actual, £13.70 - £14.14/hr Hours of work: 32.5 hrs per wk, Mon 8.50am–4.15pm, Tues & Thurs 8.50am–3.45pm, Wed & Friday 8.50am–3.30pm Contract: Permanent, Term-time + 5 days (195 days) Start date: ASAP following pre-employment checks Tweendykes School is a community special school for pupils aged 3–19, providing exceptional support for children and young people with severe learning difficulties. With a strong reputation for delivering outstanding education, we are looking to further enhance our team through the appointment of a (Specialist) Teaching & Learning Support Assistant. Many of our pupils have complex medical, learning, and communication needs. You will work across the school, supporting pupils individually and in small groups within classroom settings. Our pupils require high levels of adult support, not only to access the curriculum but also to assist with personal care routines. At Tweendykes, we believe every child should arrive at school excited for the day ahead and leave with a sense of pride in their achievements. Our dedicated and caring staff team works tirelessly to provide high quality educational opportunities that enable every pupil to thrive and reach their full potential. In return, we offer a professional, welcoming, and supportive working environment where every member of staff is truly valued.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Contribute to planning and evaluation of learning, providing detailed and regular feedback to teachers on learners’ attainment, progress, behaviour and attitudes to learning
• Supervises and provides specialist support for individuals with SEN, disabilities, personal and health needs, EAL, etc. ensuring their safety and access to learning activities
• Support the academic, social, emotional and development of individuals and groups of learners understanding clearly how children, young people and vulnerable adults with complex and Special Educational Needs learn
• Assist with the development and implementation of Individual Education / Behaviour Plans and Personal Care programmes
• Sets challenging and demanding expectations and promotes self-esteem and independence

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• Understanding of National Curriculum, EYFS Guidance and other codes of practice e.g. SEN, Equalities, Safeguarding
• Effective use of ICT to support teaching and learning
• Ability to interact well using courtesy, tact and diplomacy and negotiation skills
• Ability to establish professional, effective working relationships with a range of partners/colleagues and children and young people.

AS A MEMBER OF HUMBER EDUCATION TRUST, WE OFFER:

• Commitment to securing the very best provision and outcomes for all children.
• A Trust with expertise in every area of the curriculum, both in primary and special settings, through our trust-wide teaching development programmes and communities of practice.
• Outstanding individually tailored continual professional development for staff at all levels.
• Staff who feel valued and supported in their roles.
• A caring and safe environment where we recognise the diverse needs of our community, ensuring our young people from all backgrounds thrive.
• Ethical working with mutual respect and collaboration.

HOW TO APPLY:

Please complete our 'fast apply' application form to apply for this vacancy. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application. Early application is encouraged. We will review applications throughout the advertising period and therefore reserve the right to close the advert early should sufficient applications be received. If you have any queries regarding the role or application process, please contact Anna Zdral, HR Administrator, at Tweendykes School & Sixth Form. Visits to the school are encouraged, please ring to make an appointment.

Closing date for completed applications: 8am, Friday 20 November 2026

Interview date: TBC

As part of Humber Education Trust's recruitment processes, in accordance with statutory Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, an online search will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates. Those shortlisted for interview will also be required to complete a self-declaration of their criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children.

CONDITIONAL OFFER:

Any offer of employment to this post will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure Barring Service, Children’s Barred List Check, Section 128 check where applicable, identity checks, medical clearance, proof of qualifications, satisfactory references and eligibility to work in the UK checks. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search and required to complete a self-declaration of their criminal record.