SEN Teaching Assistant and Breakfast Club Assistant
Mulberry Baird Primary, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 3TH11 days remaining to apply
Job start date
2 November 2026
Closing date
20 October 2026 at 8am
Date listed
9 October 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Part time: SEN Teaching Assistant (Permanent Contract – 28 hours per week) £17,870 per annum Grade 4 points 9-10 working day to be discussed with the Principal Breakfast Club Assistant – (Fixed term contact until 22nd July 2027 – 5 hours per week) £3141.84 per annum Grade 3.7 – 7.30am-8.30am Monday-Friday
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- ES Pay Scale 4.9 for SEN Teaching Assistant and ES Pay Scale 3.7 for Breakfast Club Assistant
What skills and experience we're looking for
SEN Teaching Assistant
To work under the direction of the Principal, in relation to the children with special needs. To work as a teaching assistant as required.
To teach and deliver Intervention Programmes for SEN pupils in groups, 1:1, or within a class setting.
To assist with the writing and reviews of school based plans and assessments
To organise and plan sessions such as social skills and fine and gross motor groups.
To act as a mentor to Teaching Assistants who are undergoing special needs training.
To deliver programmes provided from external and internal therapists.
To take a lead role in co-ordinating reviews of pupils’ progress, including liaising with other agencies as appropriate
To deliver a lunch-time ‘Nurture’ Group.
To produce accurate and up-to-date records and reports as required
To liaise with outside agencies e.g. Educational Psychologist, Speech and Language, Sensory Needs, Behavioural Units, Pupil Referral Units etc. Initiate referrals and obtain support from these agencies, and arrange visits and advice for all staff as appropriate, as directed by Head of Learning Support and Senior SEN TA
To work as a Teaching Assistant supporting pupils in a classroom environment, including those with special educational needs
To use ICT to support you in your role, and in your work with children
To undertake observations and assessments of pupils with special educational needs
To differentiate and create learning resources to meet the complex needs of the pupils, supporting teaching assistants with resources and advice
To attend school/department meetings to contribute to the discussions about individual pupils as directed.
To attend Parents’ meetings as required, and contribute to the discussions about individual pupil’s progress
To provide consistent and effective support in line with the requirements and responsibilities of your role
To take part in training activities offered by the school and the county to further knowledge
To abide by and work towards all the policies within the school e.g. behaviour management, Health & Safety, Equal Opportunities
To carry out the above duties in accordance with the Hastings Academies Trust Equal Opportunities Policy.
Breakfast Club Assistant
To assist in the day to day organisation of the breakfast club and assist in the provision of quality play opportunities.
To provide safe, creative play opportunities, preparing activities, organising the programme etc
To provide full care for the children including providing breakfast.
To provide positive and firm control by implementing the school discipline/behaviour policy.
To deal with cases of unruly or unsocial behaviour by pupils where appropriate, or report the incident immediately to the Principal or club co-ordinator.
To ensure that any injury or sickness of pupils is reported immediately to the First Aider or Principal and the office. (Where appropriate, administer basic first aid and record all details in the first aid book.) To clean up after sickness of children
To mop up and wipe spillage from the floor surfaces or meal tables, and ensure that the eating area is left in a tidy condition.
To take part in the day to day administration and record keeping.
To liaise closely with parents, school representatives and other childcare and play related agencies
To work within agreed policies including child protection, behaviour management, Health and Safety and equal opportunities
To carry out the above duties in accordance with the Children’s Services Authority Equal Opportunities Policy.
What the school offers its staff
At the heart of our school is a clear and unwavering purpose: to motivate and inspire every child to thrive, through rich opportunities which challenge educational and social disadvantage. We are committed to striving for excellence in all that we do, and to being a community that is courageous and innovative.
We believe in working together to create a strong sense of belonging, where every child feels valued and nurtured. Through positive relationships and an inclusive approach, we remove barriers and limits to learning, helping children to believe in themselves, seize opportunities and recognise the value of education.
We foster creativity in everything we do and nurture curious learners who are eager to explore, question and grow. We want our pupils to become confident self-advocates, equipped not only for the next stage of their education, but for the wider world beyond primary school.
Our vision is to develop citizens of the future: young people who are compassionate, resilient and ambitious, and who have the desire and confidence to make a positive difference in their communities and beyond.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our commitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check. This role is considered exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013, 2020 and 2023. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
Applying for the job
This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Mulberry Baird Primary
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- Size
- 276 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- l.robins@baird.mulberryschoolstrust.org
- Phone number
- 01424 425670
At the heart of our school is a clear and unwavering purpose: to motivate and inspire every child to thrive, through rich opportunities which challenge educational and social disadvantage. We are committed to striving for excellence in all that we do, and to being a community that is courageous and innovative. We believe in working together to create a strong sense of belonging, where every child feels valued and nurtured. Through positive relationships and an inclusive approach, we remove barriers and limits to learning, helping children to believe in themselves, seize opportunities and recognise the value of education. We foster creativity in everything we do and nurture curious learners who are eager to explore, question and grow. We want our pupils to become confident self-advocates, equipped not only for the next stage of their education, but for the wider world beyond primary school.
Arranging a visit to Mulberry Baird Primary
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email l.robins@baird.mulberryschoolstrust.org.
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