SEND Learning Support Assistant - The Reef
Curledge Street Academy, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 5BA16 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
22 November 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
6 November 2026
Job details
Job role
- Learning support or cover supervisor
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Term time, part time: Working hours will be 8.40 – 3.25pm. Monday to Friday. Term Time Only
Contract type
- Permanent
Actual salary
- Support Staff Pay Group 2 £18,882 - £21,083 (£25,905 - £28,925 FTE)
What skills and experience we're looking for
Looking for a term time role supporting our pupils? Do you want to make a real difference to the lives of pupils with SEND?
Curledge Street Academy is seeking a caring and enthusiastic SEND Learning Support Assistant to help children develop confidence, independence and a love of learning.
The Reef is an inclusion base that supports pupils from Early Years and Key Stage One, who have special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), specifically focusing on children with complex communication needs.
The Reef prides itself on its inclusive approach to understanding the individual needs of the children. Each day is different and you will work within a team of four other practitioners under the guidance of the teacher to support a group up to 10 children within the provision.
Working closely with class teachers and the SENDCO, you will provide individual and small group support, deliver tailored learning activities and help pupils with special educational needs and disabilities participate fully in school life. The role may involve supporting children from Early Years to Key Stage Two, including within The Reef.
We are looking for someone who has experience in SEND, patient, adaptable and committed to an inclusive approach, who can build positive relationships and support pupils’ learning, wellbeing and personal care needs where required.
This role would be perfect for an individual who is looking to work in SEND and wishes to develop their knowledge, skills and experience of meeting the individual needs of children with a profile of complex needs.
This role is offered on a permanent basis. Working hours will be 8.40 – 3.25pm. Monday to Friday.
We would love to hear from you if you’re ready to take on a rewarding role in a supportive environment.
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.
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If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Curledge Street Academy
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 2 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- Size
- 439 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- tracy.pocock@tsatrust.org.uk
Curledge Street Academy aims to create a learning environment which gives a ‘Flying Start to Lifelong Learning’.
To become a ‘Lifelong Learner’ in the 21st century, our children will need to be resilient and confident individuals, with an ability to relate to others and communicate their thoughts and ideas with humility and understanding.
To this end we have four key values at the heart of our curriculum:
Our core ethos value is one of respect. We encourage all members of our school community to be respectful to others. To empathise and value one another’s opinions and beliefs. Our other key learning values are independence, creativity and collaboration.
Arranging a visit to Curledge Street Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email tracy.pocock@tsatrust.org.uk.
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