Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistants

4 days ago


Devon, United Kingdom Devon County Council Full time

Tavistock Primary and Nursery School is a larger than average, good, maintained school that is situated in the heart of its community on the edge of Dartmoor.We are looking to appoint two SEN Teaching Assistants and a Foundation Stage Worker, who are passionate about education, enthusiastic, highly motivated and able to demonstrate that they can work effectively as part of a team, showing care and professionalism, whilst being an active member of our school. Position 1SEN Teaching Assistant to work - Monday - Friday with an hour for lunch hours a week, term time only. Fixed Term Position 2SEN Teaching Assistant to work - Monday - Friday with an hour for lunch 10 hours a week, term time only. Fixed TermIt is likely that both these positions will be in KS2, they are fixed term linked to pupils.Position 3Foundation Stage Worker to work - a minimum Level 2 Qualification is requiredThe position is for two terms until August 2026.For the right candidate, position 2 and 3 may be able to be worked togetherIf you have a caring and sensitive approach with a good understanding of the importance of positive relationships with pupils, are able to work with initiative, creativity and a willingness to work flexibly, please download the application form for support staff from our school website.We will offer:• A dedicated and experienced staff who work very closely together• Happy and enthusiastic children• An environment where every child is enabled to reach their potential• A committed and pro-active governing body• A strong community of parents who care and support the schoolPlease telephone 01822 616044 for an informal discussion, or to book an appointment to view the school with either our Headteacher, Deputy Headteacher SENDCo or School Business ManagerWe are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.These roles require a DBS disclosure.These roles require the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.Shortlisted candidates may be subject to online checks.An application form, job description and person specification is available on our school website: 



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