Overview

Teaching Assistant 1-1 SEN Support – Needwood Primary SchoolLocation: Needwood CofE VA Primary School, Burton Upon Trent, United KingdomRole status

Fixed Term to 31 August 2026 with possible extension. Part time: 30 hours per week, term time only, plus 5 INSET days. 9am – 3.30pm with 30 minutes break daily.Salary: Grade 4 (SCP5-6): £25,583 to £25,989 per annum pro rataActual salary: £17,921.31 to £18,205.72 per annumStart date: Monday 3 November 2025 or as soon as possible after this date.Employer

John Taylor Multi Academy Trust (JTMAT) – partner school in JTMAT, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.Responsibilities

Provide 1-1 SEN support for a pupil in the school.Assist with learning activities and classroom routines, promoting an inclusive environment.Support the pupil’s social and emotional development and independence.Work with teaching staff to implement individual education plans and targets.Monitor progress and maintain accurate records as required.Demonstrate patience, empathy and a positive attitude; work independently and as part of a team; be flexible and dependable.Qualifications and attributes

Have a passion for working with children.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Willingness to engage in professional development.Benefits and environment

A supportive and welcoming school community.Opportunities for professional development.Experience with motivated and well-behaved children.A school rooted in Christian values with a vision: “Hand in hand with God, we love, learn and achieve.”To discuss the role, contact Donna Preston, Head of School, or Matthew Baxter, Executive Headteacher, by emailing nps-office@nps.jtmat.co.uk or calling 01283 575216.Completed application forms should be emailed to nps-office@nps.jtmat.co.uk. CVs will not be accepted.Closing date: 9am on Thursday 18 September 2025Selection/Provisional Interview: Thursday 25 September 2025This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). Some convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed. Guidance on disclosure can be found at the Ministry of Justice website. If shortlisted, an online search may be carried out before interview.John Taylor MAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Pre-employment checks include an enhanced DBS check. Our Safeguarding Policy is available on the school website.

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