Level 2 SEND Teaching Assistant


Company:	eTeach UK Limited
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Leicester, LE4 7RE
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	7 Sept 2026
Closing date:	21 Sept 2026

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Summary

Sandfield Close Primary School is a friendly, nurturing and inclusive school one form entry school, serving a diverse community in Leicester. Our safe, caring and stimulating environment places the children and their families at the heart of everything we do. We believe every child is unique and regardless of their starting point have the potential to flourish and reach their goals.SEND Teaching AssistantSandfield Close is seeking to appoint an experienced Level 2 SEND Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team. The role will be to support a KS2 child on a one-to-one basis, who has learning needs and struggles to regulate. You will need the necessary skills to provide behaviour and learning support.This is a fixed-term position from 26 October 2026 until the end of the 2026/27 academic year.What we offer:• Salary: Grade 3, Point 5 – FTE £25,583 (Actual £18,898.52 per annum.

• 31 hours 40 minutes per week, term time only, 39 weeks (including a 30-minute unpaid lunch break)

• Working pattern: Monday – Friday, 8:20am – 3:10pm Please note: This post is funded through SEND provision and is not a permanent position. Should the pupil being supported leave the school, a four-week notice period will apply.About the role:You will:• Support pupil with Cognition and Learning needs and Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs

• Deliver personalised 1:1 support and targeted interventions

• Be proactive in applying your SEND experience to support the needs of the pupil

• Support the pupil to integrate successfully with peers in class

• Maintain accurate SEND provision records

• Meet the well-being of all pupils

• Communicate effectively with both children and adults We are looking for someone who:• Is caring, patient, calm and proactive

• Has experience of supporting children with SEND

• Has practical knowledge of SEND strategies and interventions

• Is confident in supporting pupils who may present with behaviours that challenge

• Is skilled in de-escalation techniques and positive reinforcement

• Can follow agreed support plans while also using their own initiative

• Works effectively as part of a collaborative and supportive team

• Is committed to helping pupils feel safe, included and successful in school Visits to the school are warmly encouraged.Previous applicants need not apply.Key dates:• Closing date: Monday 21st September 2026 at 9:00am

• Interviews: Wednesday 30th September 2026

• Start Date: Monday 26th October 2026

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