1.1 SEND Teaching Assistant
Witheridge Church of England Primary Academy, Tiverton, Devon, EX16 8AH14 days remaining to apply
Start date details
12th May 2025
Closing date
22 April 2025 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
5 April 2025
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Subjects
- Special Education Needs (SEN), Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Fixed term
Full-time equivalent salary
- £12.86 - £13.27 Hourly Grade C | 30 HPW (6 HOURS EACH DAY MONDAY TO FRIDAY) | 38 Weeks | Term time only
1.1 SEND Teaching Assistant job summary
Are you passionate about making a difference to children’s lives?
Witheridge C of E Academy is a wonderful primary school situated in the beautiful North Devon countryside near Tiverton. They are a caring and happy school with a passion for children's learning and well-being. As a small school they are able to personalise the learning every child receives and offer an enriching curriculum. Witheridge C of E Academy currently has just over 100 pupils who are inspired by high quality teaching coupled with excellent facilities.
The appointed person will work in close partnership with the relevant class teachers and will help to support a pupil, currently in the Foundation Stage Unit (FSU) to engage with their learning as they undertake their journey through the school. In service training will be provided where appropriate.
The successful applicant will ideally have experience of working with younger children and those who have delayed communication and interaction skills. Training support will provided for the right candidate to build knowledge of a Total Communication approach and supporting children to navigate their social interactions and emotional responses. We will consider all applicants with appropriate skills, passion and commitment for this important role. The successful applicant should want to play a full part in the life of the school as part of a friendly and dedicated team, who are committed to high standards and who embodies the essential and desirable skills that truly make a difference in this field, listed below:
| Essential | Desirable |
| Understanding of autism and speech, language, and communication needs. Ability to use clear language, visual supports, and alternative communication methods. Patience, flexibility, and strong observation skills. Experience with structured routines, behaviour management, and social support. Teamwork skills to collaborate with teachers, therapists, and parents. Empathy, calmness, and a commitment to ongoing learning. | Knowledge of Communication and Interaction training. Experience or training in Portage early intervention. First Aid training, including managing sensory or behavioral incidents. Autism Awareness training or related specialist courses. Understanding of TEACCH, PECS, Makaton, or AAC communication methods. Experience supporting social interaction and emotional regulation. Awareness of and ability to provide intimate and personal care with sensitivity and dignity. |
The role is temporary, linked to EHCP funding, and is subject to the child’s continued attendance at the school and/or the result of any review of their special needs.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a team where you will be valued, welcomed, and supported within a friendly staff environment. Additional benefits include:
- - Membership of a generous pension scheme (TP/ LGPS)
- - Access to Medigold Occupational Health who provide our employees with a range of free health and wellbeing benefits including access to Thrive; a mental wellbeing app
- - Free Seasonal Flu Vaccinations
- - Cycle to work and IT schemes
- - Competitive Salary
- - Wellbeing and Long Service days
We actively welcome visits to our schools. Should you have any further questions or wish to arrange a visit, please make contact with Witheridge C of E Academy Head of School, Lucy Ratcliffe, via lratcliffe@witheridge.devon.sch.uk
TEAM Multi-Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all its staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A DBS check will be undertaken and references taken up before interview. All shortlisted candidates are subject to a pre-employment online search prior to interview.
If you would like to work and contribute to a Trust that is committed to providing children with outstanding learning experiences, aims to continually develop and grow, and where teamwork and the professional development of all staff is important, we would encourage you to apply via mynewterm.
Commitment to safeguarding
TEAM Multi-Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and expects all its staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A DBS check will be undertaken and references taken up before interview. All shortlisted candidates are subject to a pre-employment online search prior to interview.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs are not accepted.
About Witheridge Church of England Primary Academy
- School type
- Academy, Church of England, ages 2 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 123 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Witheridge Church of England Primary Academy website
Witheridge C of E Academy is a wonderful primary school situated in the beautiful North Devon countryside near Tiverton. They are a caring and happy school with a passion for children's learning and well-being. As a small school they are able to personalise the learning every child receives and offer an enriching curriculum. Witheridge C of E Academy currently has just over 100 pupils who are inspired by high quality teaching coupled with excellent facilities.
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