SEND Teaching Assistant
Ford Primary School, Plymouth, Devon, PL2 1PU13 days remaining to apply
Start date details
September 2026
Closing date
6 July 2026 at 9am
Date listed
23 June 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time
Contract type
- Fixed term
Full-time equivalent salary
- £9,645.00 Annually (FTE) FTE - Grade C £25,948 - £26,403
SEND Teaching Assistant job summary
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? We are looking for a caring, committed and enthusiastic SEND Teaching Assistant to join our supportive team and help create an inclusive, positive learning environment for every child.
As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and the SENCO to support pupils with a range of additional needs. You will help to adapt resources, assist with personalised learning plans and provide one‑to‑one or small‑group support to help each child reach their full potential.
Key Responsibilities
- Support pupils with SEND to access learning in a way that works for them
- Provide one‑to‑one or small‑group interventions
- Assist in developing and delivering personalised learning plans
- Promote independence, confidence and emotional well‑being
- Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils, staff and families
- Help maintain a safe, nurturing and inclusive classroom environment
- Record progress and contribute to review meetings where required
We are looking for a SEND Teaching Assistant who:
- Has experience of working with pupils with SEND and SEMH
- Patient, empathetic and child‑centred
- Able to build strong relationships and communicate effectively
- Calm under pressure and adaptable to changing needs
- Passionate about supporting children with additional needs
- A team player with a positive and proactive approach
About the School
Ford is a one form, inner city, school that prides itself on being at the heart of our community. Staff, the children and the wider community, are passionate about providing extra experiences and we enjoy learning in interesting and exciting ways. We make the most of where we live, with Plymouth being a main focal point in our learning. We are a close team and are always there for each other. We are supportive, collaborative, driven by the children and we like to have fun!
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 567661.
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.
- Has experience of supporting individuals, groups and whole class settings
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Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to pre-employment checks, two references will be sought and successful candidates will need to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check (DBS), provide evidence of eligibility to work in the UK and evidence of qualifications.
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.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Ford Primary School
- School type
- Academy, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 192 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Ford Primary School website
We are a very popular school, with many of our parents and grandparents having attended! We have around 200 children from Nursery to Year 6.
The older part of the building, built in 1895, is home to our KS2 classes and our 2 halls. This is joined to our newer building, which is home to our Foundation and KS1 classes, by our entrance and office block.
The school was last inspected in June 2017 and received a good grade with some outstanding features…for which the whole school community is rightly very proud.
”...a school that goes above and beyond to ensure that through appropriate care and support it provides an environment for pupils to thrive”…OFSTED 2017
With a fantastic team, great children and an engaging community we aim to ensure every child can achieve their potential and reach for the stars!
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