Teaching Assistant SEN

Salary: NJC 3 £17,796 (Actual Salary) £24,027 (FTE) + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits
Hours: 32.5 per week, 38 weeks per year
Contract: Permanent
Start date: May 2025 or as soon as feasible

Are you passionate about education and looking for a fulfilling career? We're looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join our community-focused and supportive team at Meadstead Primary Academy, in Barnsley, on a permanent basis.

You're someone who'll be able to:

• Improve the learning and attainment of students while also promoting their independence, self-esteem, and social inclusion.
• Supervise classroom activities and play.
• Support and lead on SEN interventions and 1:1 support.
• Support students so that they can access the curriculum, participate in learning, and experience a sense of achievement.
• Be a compassionate, warm, and friendly face to children and parents.

You're someone who has:

• Motivation and enthusiasm to work with children.
• Level 3 qualification in Teaching Assisting or equivalent is desired but not essential.
• Understanding of children's SEN learning needs.
• Phonic understanding.
• The skills to help children develop independent learning skills.
• Ability to deliver individual and small group targeted interventions.
• An understanding of Early Years and willingness to work with children in the Early Years setting when required.

This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact on the lives of young people.

We value the skills and dedication of our teaching assistants. To support the best outcomes for our students, we require a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent). If you don't yet hold this qualification, don't worry! We'll invest in your development by enrolling you in our Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Programme, helping you gain the behaviours, skills, and experience you need to thrive in the role.

About the school:

Here at Meadstead Primary Academy, we have a special and unique learning community that is proud to serve the village of Royston and surrounding areas. Our staff commute not just from Barnsley, but from Wakefield, Doncaster, Sheffield, and beyond.

We are a vibrant, welcoming school dedicated to nurturing every child's potential through a supportive and engaging learning environment. Our passionate staff and diverse curriculum encourage curiosity, creativity, and resilience, ensuring that each child grows academically, socially, and emotionally. At Meadstead, we are committed to building strong foundations and fostering a lifelong love of learning within our inclusive school community.

Who is Lift Schools?

We're a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission: to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 57 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had.

We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation.

We offer you:

• Comprehensive training: Access a wide range of developmental training to boost your career.
• Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
• Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.

Closing date: 20th April 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time, and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.