Salary: Level 2A NJC Scale 3-4, dependent on experience

Hours: 31.25 hours per week over 5 days, term time only (8.45am to 3.30pm, including 30-minute lunch break). Lunch duty cover is included in the above hours.

Start date: September 2026

Fixed-term linked to named SEND child

Harlington Lower School are looking to appoint a highly motivated, flexible and experienced SEND Teaching Assistant to work as part of our dedicated professional team. This role will involve working with pupils with an EHCP to access teaching and learning experiences. This will involve both 1:1 work and working with small groups of children. The successful candidate will be expected to provide high quality care and education for all children who attend this values-based setting.

 The successful applicant will demonstrate experience of working with children with special educational needs and have a commitment to promoting equality and diversity. You will be resilient, patient, and possess strong communication skills. Working collaboratively as part of our team, you will use sound judgment and common sense to create an engaging and nurturing learning environment. We can offer a highly supportive environment, a truly friendly staff team, and excellent opportunities for professional development to help you grow in your career.

We can offer a highly supportive environment, a truly friendly staff team, and excellent opportunities for professional development to help you grow in your career.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Scheme. CVs will not be accepted. Internet searches will also be carried out prior to interview.

The Pyramid Schools Trust is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If you are interested in the role, or would like to book a visit to the school, please contact office@harlingtonlower.co.uk

Closing date: 9am Monday 29^th June 2026