Role Overview

Job Title: 1.1 SEND TA

Start Date: 1st September 2026

Salary: £13.47 (Grade C)

Hours Per Week: 17.5 (3.50 hours each day Monday to Friday)

Status: Fixed Term (until approx. 31/08/2028)

Closing Date: 12 Noon on Thursday 9th July 2026

Interview Date: Thursday 16th July 2026

Witheridge C of E Academy is seeking an internal candidate for the role of 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant to join our academy from September.

The successful candidate will work closely with the relevant class teacher to provide dedicated 1:1 support for a child, helping them to access learning, develop confidence and achieve their full potential. Appropriate in-service training and ongoing support will be provided.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference to a child's educational journey by providing tailored support that enables them to thrive both academically and personally.

This is a temporary position and is subject to the child's continued attendance at the school and/or the outcome of any review of their special educational needs.

Why Join Us?

We offer a welcoming environment where teamwork and professional development are highly valued. In-service training is provided where appropriate. Additional benefits include:

• Pension: Membership of a generous pension scheme (LGPS)
• Health & Wellbeing: Access to Medigold Occupational Health who provide our employees with a range of free health and wellbeing benefits including access to Thrive; a mental wellbeing app and free seasonal flu vaccinations.
• Work-Life Balance: Wellbeing and Long Service days
• Schemes: Cycle to work scheme

For more information and to view the full details of this role, you can access the advert via our website at www.teamacademytrust.com/vacancies

We actively welcome visits to our schools. Should you have any further questions or wish to arrange a visit, please contact the Head of School, Lucy Ratcliffe, via admin@witheridge.devon.sch.uk

How to Apply

If you would like to contribute to a Trust committed to providing outstanding learning experiences for all pupils, please apply via mynewterm. To submit your application, you will be required to register as a candidate and complete the full application form on their platform, as we are strictly unable to accept CVs.

TEAM Multi-Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all its staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An Enhanced DBS check will be undertaken and references taken up before interview. All shortlisted candidates are subject to a pre-employment online search prior to interview.