SEN Teaching Assistant


Company:	Teaching Vacancies
Salary:	Not specified
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Paignton, TQ3 3XA
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	8 Sept 2026
Closing date:	20 Sept 2026

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Summary

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you passionate about giving young children the very best start to their learning journey?

Kings Ash Children’s Academy are seeking an experienced, dedicatedSEN Teaching Assistantto join their team on a fixed term basis. The successful candidate will provide 1:1 learning support under the guidance of the SENCo, together with supporting the class teacher in teaching and welfare in accordance with pupils’ Education, Health and Care Plans or additional educational needs.

Our SEN Teaching Assistant will play a key role in encouraging positive behaviour, promoting self-esteem, and fostering independent learning to support pupils’ overall development and academic progress.

Key responsibilities include;

• Assisting with the observation and monitoring of pupil progress.

• Maintaining accurate records of interventions and tracking achievements.

• Assist with the preparation of differentiated learning materials and organise classroom displays.

• Support the delivery of engaging lessons tailored to individual needs.

There may also be a requirement to administer First Aid, subject to appropriate training.

Working hours are 08:30 to 15:20 Monday to Friday, with a 20 minute lunch break plus an additional 20 minutes per week for continued professional development.

What the school offers its staff

What our Trust will offer you:

Career Development: We are committed to supporting your professional growth and offer a wide range of opportunities for career advancement. From staff development days and conferences to apprenticeships, we provide clear pathways for progression and promotional opportunities across our regions.

Health and Wellbeing Support: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, wellbeing support, preferential access to Benenden Health, free flu vaccinations and eye care vouchers.

Employee Recognition:Referral Scheme, Long Service Awards and the TSTARS Recognition Programme.

TSAT Benefits Portal:A one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including cashback from supermarkets and high street retailers, dental insurance scheme, Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym membership.

Blue Light Card:Offering exclusive discounts and savings at thousands of retailers, restaurants, and attractions.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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