Teaching Assistant (SEN) x2

School Sharpness Primary School
Address Newtown, Berkeley, Gloucestershire
GL13 9NU

Post Title (Subject) Teaching Assistant (SEN) x2
Grade Grade 3 (pts 4-6) £25,185 - £25,989 pa pro rata
Allowances (Not applicable)
This post is suitable for newly qualified teachers
Hours Part Time (27.45 hours)
Contract Fixed Term Contract (Until 31/08/2026)
Interview Date: 25/11/2025
Start Date A.S.A.P.

Sharpness Primary school is a happy school at the heart of our community. It is a place where all children feel valued and secure and where we care for and treat each other with respect. A place where education is focused on enjoyment, experience, exploration, enquiry and enthusiasm.

We currently have two SEN Teaching Assistant vacancies, both 27.45hrs per week, to support the learning and welfare of children. The roles will also include 5 hours a week mid-day supervision.

There are two roles available. One in EYFS and one in KS2.

The successful candidates will demonstrate that they can support children with a range of needs, work as part of the SEN team supporting the planning and delivery of learning opportunities that meet the needs of child[ren] with EHCPs.

The pay scale will reflect previous experience and qualifications ranging from Grade 3 [unqualified] – Grade 4 or Grade 5 [Relevant qualification in Education].

The successful candidate will need to:

• be a team player
• have good interpersonal and communication skills
• ideally have experience of SEN
• ideally have experience of working in EYFS and KS1 or KS2
• be able to conduct and support learning in 1:1 and small group learning situations
• communicate assessments and evaluations of learning to the class teacher and SENDCo
• build good relations with children, parents and staff
• be enthusiastic, hard-working, caring, flexible and self-motivated
• work to support our school ethos of helping children become Successful, Happy, Ambitious, Responsible and Proud

We can offer you:
• Supportive leadership and governance
• CPD opportunities
• A friendly, caring and welcoming school team
• Enthusiastic children ready to learn

If you have the confidence to build up children’s self-esteem, provide a positive role model and help to make children’s learning experiences successful and fun, we would like to hear from you.

Sharpness 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. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and any other vetting procedures as appropriate. Appointments to the school are made with reference to the latest safeguarding guidance and in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, online searches may be made for short listed candidates.

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