SEN Teaching Assistant

Tiffield Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Towcester, Northamptonshire, NN12 8AB

24 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  Asap

• Closing date

  30 November 2026 at 10am

• Date listed

  6 November 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full time equivalent salary: £25,614.00 - £26,016.00 Annually (FTE) Actual salary (approx) £15954.80

SEN Teaching Assistant job summary

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join our friendly team at Tiffield Primary School, which is part of the Forest Federation. You will support pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN), helping them to access the curriculum and reach their full potential in a nurturing and inclusive environment.

This is an exciting position for someone who is passionate about supporting children to ensure they flourish in their learning. The successful candidate will be based in Class 1, supporting children individually and in small groups. Experience working with children with special educational needs is essential. We are looking for someone who is positive, hardworking and passionate about children's education.

Tiffield Primary School has 34 children on roll, taught across two classes. Our children have a thirst for learning and are excited about their school life. The job is advertised as 27.5 hours per week, 9am to 3.30pm Monday to Friday, 38 weeks per year.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEN
• Assist the class teacher in delivering tailored learning activities
• Support pupils with a range of needs
• Encourage independence, confidence, and social development
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCO, and external professionals

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Experience working with children, preferably in a primary school setting
• Knowledge and/or experience of supporting SEN (e.g. Autism, ADHD, Communication and Language difficulties)
• Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

What We Offer

As an employer, we are caring and supportive and actively encourage professional development. You will be offered a wealth of training and experience. Every staff member is given a paid well-being day per year. We believe it is important to value all staff.

Tiffield is part of the Forest CE Federation which includes Whittlebury, Gayton, Stoke Bruerne and Yardley Gobion Primary Schools. The Federation is an exciting place to work with many opportunities. If you feel you have the right qualities to join our team, please do apply. Visits to the school are all welcome.

The Forest Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will require two positive references. The position is subject to an enhanced DBS and completion of a medical check.

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.

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Commitment to safeguarding

Due to safer recruitment the successful candidate will be appointed following a successful enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references.

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 Tiffield Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

• Organisation type: Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 35 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Tiffield Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/tiffield-church-of-england-voluntary-aided-primary-school

Small village primary school. Part of a school federation.

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