SEN Teaching Assistant at Wolborough Church of England Nursery and Primary School

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Job Reference #

EDV/2026/WCENAPS/27663

Location

Union Street, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 2JX

Contract Type

Temporary/Fixed Term/Term Time Only

Contract Term

Full-Time

Salary

£13.26 - £13.47 Hourly
Term Time only

Hours Per Week

31.25

Fixed Term End Date

Wed 31st Aug, 2033

Closing Date

Midnight, Mon 1st Jun, 2026

Start Date

Sept 26 or sooner if possible

Positions Available

Positions Available 1

Interview Date(s)

TBA

Interview Date(s) TBA

About this Role

SEN Teaching Assistant

Full time – 31.25hrs per week paid at NJC Grade C, £13.47ph

Fixed Term Temporary post to commence September 2026, or sooner if possible

This is a fixed term appointment linked to EHCP funding for specific support for a pupil with complex educational needs. You will provide in class support including tailored interventions and we are looking to appoint an individual with a sensitive and nurturing approach. The successful applicant will need to be flexible, communicate effectively and think creatively.

Ideally, you will:

- Be able to build positive relationships with children, staff and parents;

- Have good English and Maths skills;

- Have high expectations of children’s behaviour and be able to maintain consistent boundaries;

- Be willing to work as part of a team and have a good sense of humour;

- Be able to use your own initiative when required;

- Have experience in a similar role in a school;

- Have prior knowledge and experience of working with children with special educational needs;

What we can offer you:

Salary Sacrifice offers, including Bike2Work, Tech Scheme and Gym Membership
Substantial workplace pension
Term time ‘Give Back Day’ to take for personal reasons
Staff Wellbeing support
CPD opportunities for all staff

You should have English and Maths to GCSE A-C or equivalent.

If you wish to visit the school prior to application, you would be more than welcome. Please contact the school directly on 01626 202050 and the administrator will be more than happy to arrange a day and time to suit you.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and Social Media online check.