Job Introduction
Vacancy: SEN Teaching Assistant - 27.5 hours – Temporary until 31/08/27
St Botolph’s Primary School is seeking to appoint a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join our team on a temporary contract until 31 August 2027.
We are looking for someone who is passionate about supporting children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), helping them to overcome barriers to learning and reach their full potential.
The successful candidate will work alongside teaching staff to provide support tailored to pupils’ individual needs, helping to create a positive, inclusive and nurturing learning environment.
Contract details:
• Position: SEN Teaching Assistant
• Contract: Temporary, until 31 August 2027
• Hours: 27.5 hours per week
• Working hours: 9.00am – 3.00pm
• Lunch break: 11.45am – 12.15pm
The ideal candidate will:
• Have a caring, patient and positive approach.
• Be passionate about supporting children with additional needs.
• Be able to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Demonstrate good communication and teamwork skills.
• Be committed to helping every child achieve their potential.
Previous experience of working with children with SEND would be advantageous.
If you are enthusiastic about making a difference to children’s lives and would like to be part of our friendly school community, we would love to hear from you.
To apply . request an application form or to arrange a pre-application visit, please contact the school office on 01529 302698 or vacancies@stbotolphs.co.uk
Closing date for applications: 21st October 2026
Closing date for applications: 22nd October 2026
In accordance with Ofsted requirements, all applicants must supply two references and provide full employment history and evidence to verify their eligibility to work in the UK. It is important to note that we are required to contact all previous employers that involved you working with young people and/or vulnerable adults in order to ascertain the reason for your leaving that employment. All posts are subject to an enhanced disclosure and Barring Service check.
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks. All pre-employment checks undertaken in line with “Keeping Children Safe in Education.”
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
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.
