Description Join Our Team as a Teaching Assistant! Are you passionate about education and eager to make a difference in the lives of young learners? Do you possess excellent communication skills and a desire to support students with additional needs in their academic journey? If so, we invite you to consider joining our team as a SEND Teaching Assistant! About Us: At Holsworthy Primary, we are committed to providing a nurturing and stimulating learning environment where every student can thrive. We prioritise academic excellence, holistic development, and fostering a sense of community. Job Description: • Assist classroom teachers in implementing learning plans and instructional activities. • Provide one-on-one or small group learning to students who may require additional assistance, both with academic support as well as SEMH support • Foster a positive and inclusive school environment conducive to learning based on relational practice. • Help to manage behaviour through a restorative approach and ensure adherence to school policies. • Work with children with complex needs, showing compassion, adaptability and consistency. • Support teachers and the SENDCo in assessing student progress and providing constructive feedback. • Assist with learning organisation, preparation of materials, and other administrative tasks as needed. • Ensure robust safeguarding and health and safety procedures are in place. • Support with working within our SEMH outdoor learning provision. Requirements/Qualifications: • A genuine passion for working with children with additional needs and supporting their educational journey. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and take advice from the SENDCo and wider professionals. • Good English and Maths skills. • Patience, flexibility, and a positive attitude. • Previous experience working with children or in an educational setting is preferred but not required. • Recent relevant training, or the willingness to undertake training, would be beneficial, especially in interventions such as: Thrive, Read Write Inc, relational practice, Zones of Regulation, and/or restorative practice. SEND Teaching Assistant - Holsworthy C of E Primary School Salary details: Grade C Job term: Fixed Term, ending August 31st 2027 Hours: Full Time – 30 hours per week Closing date: Wednesday 3rd December 2025, 9am Start date: January 5th 2026 How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to apply via the school website using the link below and then email your application to Vicky Berry ( vberry@holsworthy-primary.devon.sch.uk ). https://www.holsworthy-primary.devon.sch.uk/jobvacancies/ Applications must be submitted and emailed by 9am on Wednesday 3rd December 2025. Holsworthy Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check and provide satisfactory references. This is not a Cornwall Council vacancy therefore please contact the organisation direct for further information. Contact name Vicky Berry Contact email admin@holsworthy-primary.devon.sch.uk Website https://www.holsworthy-primary.devon.sch.uk/