SEN Learning Support Practitioner
Northgate Primary School, Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire, CM23 2RL18 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
20 November 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
2 November 2026
Job details
Job role
- HLTA (higher level teaching assistant)
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Term time, part time (Can be done as a job share): 34.5 hours per week Monday to Thursday: 8.30am–4.00pm FridTerm time only Fixed-term until July 2027, subject to continued funding. The contract may end earlier should the supported pupil(s) leave the school.ay: 8.30am–3.30pm
Contract type
- Fixed term - Term time only Fixed-term until July 2027, subject to continued funding. The contract may end earlier should the supported pupil(s) leave the school.
Full time equivalent salary
- Between £25,989 - £27,254
Pay scale
- H4/H5 depending upon experience
What skills and experience we're looking for
Inspire. Empower. Make Every Day Count.
Are you an experienced SEN Learning Support Practitioner looking for a role where your expertise will truly make a difference? At Northgate School, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to thrive. We're looking for a passionate, skilled and highly motivated practitioner to join our dedicated SEN team and play a key role in supporting pupils to achieve their full potential.
This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside experienced teachers, our SENDCo, specialist staff and external professionals to deliver exceptional support for children with a range of additional needs. If you are patient, adaptable, proactive and committed to inclusive education, we would love to hear from you.
The successful candidate will:
Have proven experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs.
Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils while maintaining high expectations.
Work collaboratively with class teachers, the SENDCo, the wider SEN team and external agencies, whilst also being confident to work independently when required.
Be able to implement specialist strategies and professional advice consistently.
Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Show initiative, flexibility and a willingness to continually develop their knowledge and practice.
Be passionate about inclusion and committed to helping every child succeed academically, socially and emotionally.
We are particularly interested in candidates who:
Understand how to engage children with diverse learning needs.
Have strong behaviour management skills and a calm, positive approach.
Bring creativity, resilience and enthusiasm to their work.
Want to play an active part in the wider life of our school community.
What the school offers its staff
Why join Northgate School?
Northgate is a welcoming, inclusive school where staff are valued and supported to flourish. Our children are well behaved, our staff are friendly and collaborative, and we are committed to creating an environment where both pupils and colleagues can succeed.
In return, we offer:
A positive, caring and inclusive working environment.
A friendly, dedicated and supportive staff team.
Excellent resources to support high-quality practice.
A strong commitment to professional development, including high-quality CPD, mentoring and career progression.
A workplace where your contribution is recognised and where you can make a genuine difference every day.
Further information about the job
Visits Welcome
We warmly encourage prospective applicants to visit the school and experience our welcoming environment first-hand.
Diversity and Equality
Northgate School is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the community we serve.
Safeguarding
Northgate School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. References will be sought prior to interview, and the successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on school website (opens in new tab)Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Northgate Primary School
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- Size
- 455 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- lisa.hoskins@northgate.herts.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01279652376
Northgate Primary School and Nursery is a nurturing two-form entry school with enthusiastic children who love to learn. The Governors and whole school team are committed to excellence.
We can offer you:
Children with a genuine thirst for learning supported by parents who value education.
A fully supportive staff team of teachers, teaching assistants, admin team, leaders and governors.
An open-minded approach – where we welcome ideas and opinions.
A friendly and welcoming school community.
Excellent support and training opportunities
A well-resourced school.
A calm, well-maintained, school building set in beautiful open grounds.
A school rated ‘Outstanding’ in our 2011 interim Ofsted inspection, but which is fully alive to broadening our horizons.
Visits to the school are actively welcome
Arranging a visit to Northgate Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email lisa.hoskins@northgate.herts.sch.uk.
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