SEN Teaching Assistant
Kings Ash Academy, Paignton, Devon, TQ3 3XA12 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
20 September 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
8 September 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Part time: Monday to Friday, Term Time only
Contract type
- Fixed term - TBC
Actual salary
- £18,530 - £20,690 (£25,077 - £28,001 FTE)
What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you passionate about giving young children the very best start to their learning journey?
Kings Ash Children’s Academy are seeking an experienced, dedicatedSEN Teaching Assistantto join their team on a fixed term basis. The successful candidate will provide 1:1 learning support under the guidance of the SENCo, together with supporting the class teacher in teaching and welfare in accordance with pupils’ Education, Health and Care Plans or additional educational needs.
Our SEN Teaching Assistant will play a key role in encouraging positive behaviour, promoting self-esteem, and fostering independent learning to support pupils’ overall development and academic progress.
Key responsibilities include;
- Assisting with the observation and monitoring of pupil progress.
- Maintaining accurate records of interventions and tracking achievements.
- Assist with the preparation of differentiated learning materials and organise classroom displays.
- Support the delivery of engaging lessons tailored to individual needs.
There may also be a requirement to administer First Aid, subject to appropriate training.
Working hours are 08:30 to 15:20 Monday to Friday, with a 20 minute lunch break plus an additional 20 minutes per week for continued professional development.
What the school offers its staff
What our Trust will offer you:
Career Development: We are committed to supporting your professional growth and offer a wide range of opportunities for career advancement. From staff development days and conferences to apprenticeships, we provide clear pathways for progression and promotional opportunities across our regions.
Health and Wellbeing Support: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, wellbeing support, preferential access to Benenden Health, free flu vaccinations and eye care vouchers.
Employee Recognition:Referral Scheme, Long Service Awards and the TSTARS Recognition Programme.
TSAT Benefits Portal:A one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including cashback from supermarkets and high street retailers, dental insurance scheme, Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym membership.
Blue Light Card:Offering exclusive discounts and savings at thousands of retailers, restaurants, and attractions.
Further information about the job
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 Kings Ash Academy
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 2 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- Size
- 293 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Website
- Kings Ash Academy website
- Email address
- tracy.pocock@tsatrust.org.uk
At Kings Ash Academy, we are committed to creating a vibrant and inclusive learning environment where every child is empowered to be:
Knowing – curious, informed, and reflective.
Aspiring – ambitious, hopeful, and driven.
Achieving – successful, proud, and fulfilled.
We believe that every child deserves the opportunity to:
Be able to learn
Be safe
Be happy
Be respected
Be listened to
To achieve these aims, we nurture resilient and confident individuals who can relate to others and express their thoughts with humility and understanding.
Arranging a visit to Kings Ash Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email tracy.pocock@tsatrust.org.uk.
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