SEN Teaching Assistant and Breakfast Club Assistant


Company:	Teaching Vacancies
Salary:	Not specified
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Hastings, TN34 3TH
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	9 Oct 2026
Closing date:	1 Nov 2026

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Summary

What skills and experience we're looking for

SEN Teaching Assistant

To work under the direction of the Principal, in relation to the children with special needs. To work as a teaching assistant as required.

To teach and deliver Intervention Programmes for SEN pupils in groups, 1:1, or within a class setting.

To assist with the writing and reviews of school based plans and assessments

To organise and plan sessions such as social skills and fine and gross motor groups.

To act as a mentor to Teaching Assistants who are undergoing special needs training.

To deliver programmes provided from external and internal therapists.

To take a lead role in co-ordinating reviews of pupils’ progress, including liaising with other agencies as appropriate

To deliver a lunch-time ‘Nurture’ Group.

To produce accurate and up-to-date records and reports as required

To liaise with outside agencies e.g. Educational Psychologist, Speech and Language, Sensory Needs, Behavioural Units, Pupil Referral Units etc. Initiate referrals and obtain support from these agencies, and arrange visits and advice for all staff as appropriate, as directed by Head of Learning Support and Senior SEN TA

To work as a Teaching Assistant supporting pupils in a classroom environment, including those with special educational needs

To use ICT to support you in your role, and in your work with children

To undertake observations and assessments of pupils with special educational needs

To differentiate and create learning resources to meet the complex needs of the pupils, supporting teaching assistants with resources and advice

To attend school/department meetings to contribute to the discussions about individual pupils as directed.

To attend Parents’ meetings as required, and contribute to the discussions about individual pupil’s progress

To provide consistent and effective support in line with the requirements and responsibilities of your role

To take part in training activities offered by the school and the county to further knowledge

To abide by and work towards all the policies within the school e.g. behaviour management, Health & Safety, Equal Opportunities

To carry out the above duties in accordance with the Hastings Academies Trust Equal Opportunities Policy.

Breakfast Club Assistant

To assist in the day to day organisation of the breakfast club and assist in the provision of quality play opportunities.

To provide safe, creative play opportunities, preparing activities, organising the programme etc

To provide full care for the children including providing breakfast.

To provide positive and firm control by implementing the school discipline/behaviour policy.

To deal with cases of unruly or unsocial behaviour by pupils where appropriate, or report the incident immediately to the Principal or club co-ordinator.

To ensure that any injury or sickness of pupils is reported immediately to the First Aider or Principal and the office. (Where appropriate, administer basic first aid and record all details in the first aid book.) To clean up after sickness of children

To mop up and wipe spillage from the floor surfaces or meal tables, and ensure that the eating area is left in a tidy condition.

To take part in the day to day administration and record keeping.

To liaise closely with parents, school representatives and other childcare and play related agencies

To work within agreed policies including child protection, behaviour management, Health and Safety and equal opportunities

To carry out the above duties in accordance with the Children’s Services Authority Equal Opportunities Policy.

What the school offers its staff

At the heart of our school is a clear and unwavering purpose: to motivate and inspire every child to thrive, through rich opportunities which challenge educational and social disadvantage. We are committed to striving for excellence in all that we do, and to being a community that is courageous and innovative.

We believe in working together to create a strong sense of belonging, where every child feels valued and nurtured. Through positive relationships and an inclusive approach, we remove barriers and limits to learning, helping children to believe in themselves, seize opportunities and recognise the value of education.

We foster creativity in everything we do and nurture curious learners who are eager to explore, question and grow. We want our pupils to become confident self-advocates, equipped not only for the next stage of their education, but for the wider world beyond primary school.

Our vision is to develop citizens of the future: young people who are compassionate, resilient and ambitious, and who have the desire and confidence to make a positive difference in their communities and beyond.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our commitment We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check. This role is considered exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013, 2020 and 2023. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

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