Job Vacancies

SEND Teaching Assistant - Required for September 2026


Salary Grade:
 Band 5 - Point 6

Working pattern: 3.5 hours per day - 17.5 hours per week or 14 hours 4 afternoons per week (12pm until 3:30pm)

Contract: Temporary linked to child’s EHCP Funding 

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for a caring, patient and reflective SEND Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs to thrive within an inclusive and nurturing environment. The successful candidate will build positive and trusting relationships, supporting communication, interaction, emotional wellbeing and engagement through warm, responsive and consistent practice.

You will be adaptable, proactive and committed to working collaboratively with the Class Teacher, SENDCo, parents and external professionals to provide high-quality support tailored to the child’s individual needs.

We are seeking someone who values play-based and sensory approaches within the Early Years, demonstrates a strong commitment to safeguarding, and is enthusiastic about making a genuine difference to a child’s learning, development and wellbeing as part of our supportive school community.

What the school offers its staff

Stanbury Village School offers a welcoming, supportive and collaborative environment where staff wellbeing, professional development and inclusive practice are highly valued. Staff benefit from excellent mentoring and guidance from an experienced team, alongside strong professional development opportunities within a nurturing school community.

The school prides itself on its caring ethos, positive relationships and commitment to ensuring every child is supported to thrive academically, socially and personally. Staff also have the opportunity to work with enthusiastic, motivated pupils in a warm and inclusive village school setting, where they can make a genuine difference to children’s lives and contribute positively to the wider life of the school community.

 

More Information

For further information about the role, including the full recruitment pack and application details, please visit DfE School Vacancies. Applications should be submitted through the link above. We warmly welcome and encourage prospective applicants to visit the school to experience our caring and supportive environment first-hand.

 

Recruitment Pack - More Information