SEND Teaching Assistant

Widewell Primary Academy, Plymouth, Devon, PL6 7ER

16 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  13 May 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  27 April 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: £19,593.00 - £19,937.00 Annually (Actual)

SEND Teaching Assistant job summary

Widewell Primary Academy is seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to join our supportive and inclusive team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about making a real difference to the lives of children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

You will work under the direction of the SENCO and HLTA, providing high-quality, bespoke support to pupils with SEND, particularly within targeted provision. The role is varied, rewarding, and central to our mission of ensuring every child thrives academically, socially, and emotionally.

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide 1:1 and small group supportto pupils with SEND across the school
• Deliver structured academic, social, and emotional interventions
• Support pupils’ emotional wellbeing and behaviour, promoting inclusion and positive relationships
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual pupils’ needs
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCO, parents/carers, and external professionals
• Monitor and record pupils’ progress and contribute to reviews and meetings
• Support learning both in and outside the classroom, including off-site provision when required
• Promote and embed the school’s ethos and values in all aspects of your work

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience working in a primary school, ideally with pupils with SEND
• Is a positive, caring team player with strong emotional intelligence
• Can build effective relationships with pupils, staff, and families
• Has excellent communication skills and a proactive approach
• Is committed to inclusive practice and safeguarding
• Holds (or is working towards) an NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, with GCSE Maths and English (Grade C/4 or above)

Training or experience in SEND-specific interventions, trauma-informed practice, ELSA, Forest School, or outdoor learning would be an advantage.

Why join Widewell Primary Academy?

• A nurturing, inclusive school community
• Strong leadership and a commitment to professional development
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children’s lives
• Supportive colleagues who value teamwork and wellbeing

About the School

Widewell Primary is a friendly, welcoming and inclusive one form entry school who values all of our staff. We have high expectations, but also prioritise staff well being and always look at ways that we can collaborate and work smarter to achieve the best outcomes for our children. Our school is set amongst 12 acres of playgrounds, fields and woodland areas which benefits our whole community. Our location, wonderful children and families as well as our fantastic staff make Widewell Primary a great place to work.

About the Trust
The Learning Academies Trust is a family of 18 schools across Plymouth and surrounding areas, dedicated to delivering outstanding education to all our children, whatever their starting point or background. Our Trust’s mission is:

Together we will… work with our children, families, and communities to provide exceptional learning opportunities for all our children

As part of the trust, we will support you to learn and develop, providing outstanding CPD and opportunities for collaboration between schools within the trust sharing resources, expertise and knowledge.

Further information about the position, the trust and the benefits we offer can be found in the attached recruitment pack.

To request a tour of the school or to discuss the role in anyway please contact the school on 01752 778796.

If you believe you can demonstrate the dedication, skills and passion required, we look forward to receiving your application.

Please note, the closing date is for guidance only. Successful applicants will be invited to interview at the earliest available opportunity. Learning Academies Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.

With 18 individual primary schools, the Learning Academies Trust is the largest primary school trust in Plymouth and the first education employer in Plymouth to achieve the Livewell Southwest Wellbeing at Work Bronze Award. The Trust is committed to supporting the wellbeing of all staff and is proud to work closely with official bodies to ensure we have a holistic approach to staff wellbeing.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; pre-employment checks will be carried out; references will be sought for all shortlisted candidates and all shortlisted candidates will be requested to complete a questionnaire about any convictions or adult cautions that are unspent. Guidance will be given to those shortlisted. Appointment is subject to an Enhanced DBS.

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

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 Widewell Primary Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 214 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Widewell Primary Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/widewell-primary-academy

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