Job Introduction
St Thomas C of E Primary Academy
SEN Support Assistant
Fixed term / Part time / 30 Hours
G3 6 - G3 9 (Salary:£19,107- £20,027)
Are you passionate about providing positive learning experiences for all children? Then St Thomas Church of England Primary Academy may be the place for you!
We are a successful and thriving school and proud member of the Infinity Academies Trust with the most wonderful children. Our distinctive Christian ethos of ‘encouraging others, overflowing with hope’ is at the heart of all we do and drives our core purpose every day. We are a outstanding school with high aspirations and are fully committed to ensuring that all our children flourish in all aspects of their development regardless of their starting point. Day to day you will see our children play together and learn together. You will hear laughter and feel an abundance of joy as you walk around our well-equipped and vibrant site.
30 hours over 5 days Monday-Friday starting at 08:45am-15:15pm
We are looking to appoint three patient, motivated and enthusiastic SEN support assistant's to provide support to children with an Education Health Care plan (Fixed term whilst child remains in school).
The successful candidate will have experience or interest in the broad areas of need which fall under categories of social and emotional and communication and interaction.
Do you have the skills, passion and creativity to engage children and help them achieve their potential?
Can you inspire and motivate our children; offer challenge to raise standards and aspirations?
Are you willing to participate in training and CPD to further develop your knowledge and skills?
Do you have good organisation and communication skills to be part of a successful team?
We have an excellent team of teachers and teaching assistants and are looking for team players, who are flexible, hardworking and positive at all times.
Applicants should have achieved Grade C or above in GCSE Maths & English or equivalent.
We strive to support our team and offer training and support for you and will endeavour to develop you as a valuable member of our team.
Visits to the school are welcomed and should be arranged direct with the school by telephoning 01205 362860.
Interviews will take place week commencing 6th October 2025.
To apply for this position please click the following link:
https://mynewterm.com/jobs/146869/EDV-2025-STCPA-48571
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.
All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.