Specialist Teaching Assistant

Specialist SEN Teaching Assistant

(Ad-hoc Supply with Potential for Long-Term Role)
Clarendon Infants School

Clarendon Infants is a warm, inclusive and nurturing school community dedicated to giving every child the best possible start to their learning journey. We pride ourselves on our supportive staff team, strong relationships with families, and a commitment to meeting the needs of all pupils, particularly those with Special Educational Needs.

We are currently seeking a Specialist SEN Teaching Assistant to join our team on an ad-hoc supply basis, with plenty of potential for this to develop into a longer-term position.

Role details:

• Position: Specialist SEN Teaching Assistant
• Start: Ad-hoc supply initially, with opportunity for longer-term work
• Pay: £13–£14 per hour (dependent on experience)
• Hours: As required during the school day

The successful candidate will:

• Have previous experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs
• Be able to provide strong, verifiable references to support their experience
• Hold a current DBS on the Update Service, or be willing to obtain one
• Be patient, caring, and committed to supporting young children to thrive
• Work effectively as part of a friendly and professional school team

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking to join a welcoming infant school with the potential for more regular and long-term work.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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