Teaching Assistant Level 1 (SEN)

We currently have an exciting opportunity to become a Teaching Assistant Level 1 SEN at Piper Hill High School

This is a Grade 3, permanent post working 35 hours per week, term time only plus 5 INSET days starting as soon as possible once pre-employment checks are completed. Working hours will be monday - Friday 8.30am - 4.00pm with a 30 minute break for lunch.

The pro-rata salary is £22,004 and the full-time equivalent is £25,583.

Interviews will be held week commencing 20th April 2026.

We’re looking for:

• Someone who understands the role of a Teaching Assistant, collaborates effectively with classroom professionals, and has basic knowledge of child development and learning and excellent numeracy and literacy skills, qualified to level 2 or equivalent/higher.
• The right candidate will be committed to professional standards, continuously striving to maintain and enhance their knowledge and skills. A focus on teamwork and driving continuous improvement to support student success is required.

• You will be a part of a team providing exceptional education for students so that they become happy, confident adults.

•  You will support teaching and learning across the school, providing general support in the management of pupils and resources, working under the supervision of the class teacher, department lead and senior leadership team.

• You will be part of a team providing exceptional education for students.

•  You will require tact and diplomacy in order to build excellent interpersonal relationships with all stakeholders including colleagues across the school and trust, parents and external agencies. Experience of working with children and/or young people with communication, severe, profound or complex learning difficulties is highly desirable.

This is a great opportunity to work in a Special Educational Needs School, working under the supervision of other teachers.

Main purpose of the job:

•  To work with small groups of children under the supervision of the teacher and ensure implementation of Individual Learning Plans.
• Provide regular feedback on children’s progress to the class teacher and keeping records up to date.
• Assist with the supervision of discreet groups of pupils for short periods when the teacher is not present.
• Be aware of and support difference and ensure all pupils have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop.
• Participate in training, to develop relevant learning strategies and ensure students make progress in learning.
• To support the performance management process and demonstrate commitment to continuous professional development.
• To converse at ease and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.