SEN Teaching Assistant

Oaktree Nursery and Primary School, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN3 2HA

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  23 March 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  9 March 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £12.92 - £13.70 Hourly Pay award pending - Working 38 weeks per year - Paid 43.7 weeks per year

SEN Teaching Assistant job summary

Our unit supports pupils with a range of communication profiles, including speech, language and communication needs (SLCN), autism spectrum conditions, and associated learning needs. We are building a collaborative team dedicated to providing personalised, evidence-based support in a calm and structured environment.

We are looking for a passionate, flexible and resourceful Teaching Assistant to join our growing team supporting children with complex needs.

Job Overview
Working closely with the class teacher and wider team to support pupils learning and development, initially with KS1 children
Use alternative communication approaches such as communication boards, signing and structured routines supported by visual aids
Facilitate engagement in learning through differentiated and creative approaches
Assist in the planning, delivery and monitoring of Educational Health Care Plan (EHCP) targets
Promote emotional regulation, independence and positive behaviour
Contribute to the observations, assessment and progress monitoring
Build strong relationships with families and external professionals

What you can expect from Oaktree
Happy and welcoming children
Committed, enthusiastic and nurturing staff who want the very best for our children
Job satisfaction knowing you are making a difference to the lives of children with complex needs
Opportunities for high quality CPD and specialist training
The opportunity of working within a supportive, friendly environment in this large and diverse primary school, which is part of The Blue Kite Academy Trust.

Job Details
Working hours are Monday to Friday 8.40 - 3.10 with 30 minutes for lunch
This is a permanent position, starting ASAP following suitable references , medical and DBS checks
The role is based on a K grade, with the exact hourly rate dependent of previous experience and qualifications
The role in term-time only - 38 working weeks per year with 43.7 paid weeks per year
There will be an expectation to work overtime to attend training on specific TD Days

Please see attached SEN TA job description and Headteachers Welcome Letter for more information

Visits to the school and The Den are encouraged, please contact the School Office on 01793 521903 to arrange a visit.

Oaktree Nursery and Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS, satisfactory references & medical clearances and proof of the right to work in the UK.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

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

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Oaktree Nursery and Primary School

• School type: Academy, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 393 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Oaktree Nursery and Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/oaktree-nursery-and-primary-school-swindon

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