Specialist Teaching & Learning Support Assistant

Frederick Holmes School, Hull, HU6 8JJ

41 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  4 February 2026

• Closing date

  18 March 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  4 February 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2, Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
• Working pattern: Part time, full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £25,583 - £26,403 FTE, £19,840 - £20,476 Actual

Specialist Teaching & Learning Support Assistant job summary

(SPECIALIST) TEACHING & LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT
FREDERICK HOLMES SCHOOL

Grade & Scale point:  4, Scp 5-7
Salary:                          £25,583 - £26,403 FTE, £19,840 - £20,476 Actual, £13.26 - £13.69/hr
Hours of work:            33.3 hours per week, Monday - Friday
Contracts:                   Permanent, Term-time + 5 days (195 days)
Start date:                   ASAP following pre-employment checks

We pride ourselves on our outstanding quality of education and are seeking to strengthen and increase our team through the appointment of a (Specialist) Teaching & Learning Support Assistant.

Many of our pupils have complex medical needs as well as learning, physical and/or communication difficulties. You will be expected to work across the school individually with pupils and/or with groups in class. The pupils require high levels of adult support not only to access the school curriculum but also with personal care routines, medical care and physical management programs. Experience of this is desirable, although not essential as full training will be provided.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Contribute to planning and evaluation of learning, providing detailed and regular feedback to teachers on learners’ attainment, progress, behaviour and attitudes to learning

• Supervises and provides specialist support for individuals with SEN, disabilities, personal and health needs, EAL, etc. ensuring their safety and access to learning activities

• Support the academic, social, emotional and development of individuals and groups of learners understanding clearly how children, young people and vulnerable adults with complex and Special Educational Needs learn

• Assist with the development and implementation of Individual Education / Behaviour Plans and Personal Care programmes

• Sets challenging and demanding expectations and promotes self-esteem and independence

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• Understanding of National Curriculum, EYFS Guidance and other codes of practice e.g. SEN, Equalities, Safeguarding

• Effective use of ICT to support teaching and learning

• Ability to interact well using courtesy, tact and diplomacy and negotiation skills

• Ability to establish professional, effective working relationships with a range of partners/colleagues and children and young people.

AS A MEMBER OF HUMBER EDUCATION TRUST, WE OFFER:

• Commitment to securing the very best provision and outcomes for all children.

• A Trust with expertise in every area of the curriculum, both in primary and special settings, through our Teaching & Learning Ambassadors and peer networks.

• Outstanding individually tailored continual professional development for staff at all levels.

• Staff who feel valued and supported in their roles.

• A caring and safe environment where we recognise the diverse needs of our community, ensuring our young people from all backgrounds thrive.

• Ethical working with mutual respect and collaboration.

HOW TO APPLY:

Please complete our 'fast apply' application form and submit with an optional cover letter/supporting statement. Once you have clicked on 'Submit Application', your application document(s) will be sent directly to the school.

All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

Early application is encouraged. We will review applications throughout the advertising period and therefore reserve the right to close the advert early should sufficient applications be received.

Closing date for completed applications:   8am, Tuesday 24 February 2026

Interviews to be held:                                      w/c 2 March 2026

If you have any queries regarding the role or application process, please contact Claire Turner, HR Administrator. Contact details are available in the applicant pack attached.

CONDITIONAL OFFER:

Any offer of employment to this post will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure Barring Service, Children’s Barred List Check, Section 128 check where applicable, identity checks, medical clearance, proof of qualifications, satisfactory references and eligibility to work in the UK checks. An online search will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates. Those shortlisted for interview will also be required to complete a self-declaration of their criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children.

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

Humber Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

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 Frederick Holmes School

• School type: Academy, ages 2 to 19
• School size: 109 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Frederick Holmes School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/frederick-holmes-school-hull

Frederick Holmes School is an all age special school for pupils with severe physical disabilities and those with profound and multiple needs. It is a school where all children are valued and all staff work extremely hard to deliver an inspirational curriculum in a supportive and caring environment. The school is based in a new building close to the university and has up to 85 places. Frederick Holmes School is Ofsted rated ‘Good’. Respect for others and positive attitudes are fundamental to its ethos and independence is nurtured with each child is given the opportunity to flourish and reach their potential. Frederick Holmes School converted to academy status and joined Humber Education Trust in September 2018.

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