SEND Teaching Partner - Cognition & Learning vacancy

Contract – Fixed term to 31 August, 2027

Start date – June 2026 or ASAP thereafter

Lakeside Primary School is a large and busy primary school in Up Hatherley.  The Head Teacher seeks to appoint an outstanding, resilient and self-motivated professional to the post of full time SEND Teaching Partner to join our school team on a fixed term contract to 31st August, 2027.

The successful candidate will specialise in supporting cognition and learning. However, we are interested in hearing from candidates with proven track records of supporting pupils with social, emotional & mental health needs, cognition & learning needs, physical & sensory needs and communication & interaction needs; predominantly to support those with Educational Health & Care Plans. The role will include group work and classroom support and may require some 1:1 support.

The school is an inspiring, rewarding and happy place – a true slice of society - with children and families who really give back when you put in. 

To succeed, you will need to:

• share our vision for wanting the very best for our pupils
• be passionate about inclusion and committed to personal development
• seek feedback and understand the importance of continuous improvement
• be nurturing and kind, recognising every child as an individual
• hold a proven track record of excellentpractice
• be well organised with a proactive and creative approach

In return, we will offer you

• a dedicated staff team
• an experienced and supportive SENCo
• an investment in your professional development through training opportunities
• a carefully considered package to support your workload and wellbeing including access to counselling, therapies and a private GP service

What you need to do now

Tours of school are available. Please contact the school office on the number in the contact details, or via the email address to the right of this advert to make an arrangement.

Completed applications should be emailed to the email address to the right of this advert. Please note we do not accept CVs, application will only be considered if received on our standard application form which you can download by clicking on Apply Now, where you can also view the supporting documents.

This vacancy may be withdrawn without notice.

Lakeside Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to all necessary pre-employment checks, including enhanced DBS, prohibition check, qualifications (where applicable), medical fitness, identity and right to work. All applicants will be required to provide two suitable references which will be sought prior to interview. Lakeside Primary School is an equal opportunities employer.

To view the full Job Description, Person Specification and details for applying please click on Apply Now. Please note that applications will only be accepted on the school’s own application form and CVs will not be accepted.