Experienced SEN Teaching Assistant

Experienced SEN Teaching Assistant

Required as soon as possible.

The Wilnecote School is part of the Community Academies Trust, a multi-academy trust with the express purpose of transforming schools in community Hubs, through applying a holistic view of education.

An exciting opportunity has become available at our state of the art school. This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic, highly-motivated teacher. As part of our drive to deliver outstanding outcomes for our most vulnerable students, we are seeking to appoint a Experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join our Student Support team to work with individuals and groups of students who have special educational needs.

The Role

You will work closely with the Head of Learning Support (SENCO), Assistant Headteacher - Inclusion and class teachers to deliver complementary learning activities for pupils with SEND or inclusion needs.  We are looking for someone with a flexible and creative approach, who can join our existing team and bring new ideas and a strong work ethic to deliver positive outcomes for students.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with individuals and groups of students with special educational needs.
• Collaborate with the Head of Learning Support, Assistant Headteacher - Inclusion, and class teachers.
• Deliver complementary learning activities for pupils with SEND or inclusion needs.

Qualifications

• Good literacy and numeracy skills with evidence of grade A*-C or 5+ in Maths and English at GCSE level.
• Experience of working with children and/or students is essential.
• Completion of a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is preferable.
• QTS would be beneficial, but not essential.

What We Offer

You will join a supportive environment where professional development is enhanced through the local National Teaching School which is part of our Academy Trust. 
The post offers scope for personal development.

If this role is of interest to you and you can contribute to our future success, apply exclusively via the WhatSchool platform.

Closing date for applications is: Monday 13th April 2026 at 8am.  

Interviews will take place shortly after this date.

Community Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Community Academies Trust is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offender Act 1974. We expect all staff to share our safeguarding commitments and to undergo appropriate safer recruitment checks, including enhanced DBS checks and a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the standards which flows from Community Academies Trust vision and values.

The role is covered by part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 and therefore the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.

Community Academies Trust supports Equal Opportunities Employment.

Community Academies Trust Company Registration No. 0747273-6

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