Teaching Assistant Level 1 (SEN)

Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: Full Time, 35 hours per week
Number of Positions: 1
Qualifications Required: Numeracy and literacy skills at a level equivalent to NQF Level 2
Start Date: 5^th January 2027
Salary: £26,427 – £26,847 per annum

We currently have exciting opportunities for Teaching Assistant Level 1 SEN to join our fantastic team at Camberwell Park Specialist School

This is a Grade 3, permanent post working 35 hours per week, term time only plus 5 INSET days. The starting salary is £22,730 and the full time equivalent is £26,427. The role is to start as soon as pre-employment checks are complete.

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

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.

Main purpose of the job:

• You will be a part of a passionate team making a lasting impact.
• You’ll be supported, valued, and encouraged to grow professionally in a school that’s committed to excellence and inclusion.
• 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.

Key responsibilities include:

• To work with small groups of/individual 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.

To find out more about the full responsibilities of the role and/or to ensure you meet the essential criteria, please review the attached job description.

All school staff are expected to share Prospere Learning Trust’s commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Specific safeguarding responsibilities are detailed in the attached job description. 

We’re looking for someone who:

• Possesses a minimum of NQF level 2 or equivalent in Maths and English
• Understands the role of Teaching Assistant plays within a SEN classroom
• Has experience of working with children and/or young people with communication, severe, profound or complex learning difficulties is highly desirable
• Has knowledge of child protection, health and safety, confidentiality and data protection
• Is collaborative in nature, focused on the continued improvement of the school and student success
• Is Committed to high professional standards and developing professional skills and knowledge