Teaching Assistant – SEND Support
Mulberry Silverdale Primary, St Leonards-On-Sea, TN37 7EA12 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
29 June 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
17 June 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
- Pastoral, health and welfare
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- 12-13
What skills and experience we're looking for
As an Academy within the Mulberry Schools Trust, we are seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) at Mulberry Silverdale Primary.
This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to join a vibrant and inclusive primary school, working as part of a dedicated and passionate team. The role involves supporting pupils to access learning, develop independence and achieve their full potential within a nurturing and ambitious environment where every child is enabled to thrive, belong and flourish.
We are looking for a
person who:
• Has experience of working with children in an educational setting
• Has experience of, or a strong understanding of, supporting pupils with
SEND or additional needs
• Is committed to inclusive practice and high expectations for all learners
• Will support pupils to access learning through adaptive approaches and
appropriate scaffolding
• Will work effectively with teachers, the SENDCo and wider staff to deliver
high-quality support
• Will implement strategies and interventions outlined in EHCPs, Individual
Support Plans and provision maps
• Will promote positive behaviour, emotional wellbeing and social development
• Will build strong, positive relationships with pupils, families and
colleagues
• Will contribute to monitoring and recording pupil progress and engagement
• Will support the wider ethos of the school as part of a collaborative team
What the school offers its staff
We can offer:
• An inclusive, nurturing and ambitious primary school at the heart of the
Mulberry Schools Trust
• A strong commitment to inclusion, equity and high aspirations for every
child
• A dedicated, skilled and supportive staff team who are committed to
improving outcomes for pupils
• High-quality support, guidance and ongoing professional development
• Opportunities to develop expertise in SEND and inclusive practice
• A culture that values teamwork, reflection and continuous improvement
• Strong partnerships with families, governors and the wider Trust community
• A commitment to staff wellbeing and manageable workload expectations
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the lives of children
and families
This post would suit:
• Someone with experience working as a Teaching Assistant in a school setting
• Someone with experience or interest in supporting pupils with SEND and
additional needs
• Someone who is caring, adaptable and committed to inclusive education and
improving outcomes for all pupils
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
This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Mulberry Silverdale Primary
- School type
- Academy, ages 5 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 622 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 5 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Mulberry Silverdale Primary website
- Email address
- office@mulberrysilverdale.org
- Phone number
- 01424448100
Silverdale Primary Academy
The Silverdale Primary Academy is at the very heart of the community of St Leonards on Sea. We love our town. And the feeling’s mutual.
We are deeply committed to our families and making sure that the education we provide for their children will raise standards and aspirations for everyone.
The academy has an extensive and beautiful grounds and very large playing fields, as well as an indoor heated swimming pool on site, a rainforest themed library, a Forest Schools outdoor learning area and a large bank of ICT resources. It has a published admissions number of 90 and total capacity of 630 pupils.
Arranging a visit to Mulberry Silverdale Primary
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email office@mulberrysilverdale.org.
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