Salary
Salary calculated in line with NJC pay scale, points £26, ,450 pro rata) Depending on qualifications/experience
Contractual hours
32.5
Basis
Full Time
Job type
Support Staff - Educational
Location
Gloucester
Job category
Teaching Assistant
Date posted
29/09/2025
Job reference
GST-R1469
The Greenshaw Learning Trust is 'Always Learning'
Widden Primary School are looking for a dedicated and caring SEN Teaching Partner to join our team on a fixed term basis until 31st August 2026. The successful candidate will be working with and providing support for pupils with Special Educational Needs. This role will involve working closely with the Class Teacher and SENCO. We look to employ people with a genuine passion for supporting pupils who experience additional barriers to their learning, to enable them to feel fulfilled and succeed to their full potential. The position will include a combination of lunchtime supervision/support as well as classroom support.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
* Support the learning and development of children 1:1 or as part of a group
* Ensure the pupils' needs are met and liaise with staff as appropriate to ensure the pupils are able to make progress with their learning.
* To undertake those activities necessary to foster the intellectual and social development of children and extend the children's language.
* To undertake those activities necessary to meet the physical and emotional needs of an individual or groups of pupils including children with special needs.
* To actively engage in the delivery of lessons and activities developed by teaching staff.
* Help create a stimulating learning environment e.g. preparation of work and resources.
* Partake in supporting Teachers/SENCO with plans for children with My Plans/EHCP.
* To keep up to date records and attend review meetings when appropriate.
* To monitor individual pupils and report problems and concerns to the class Teacher/SENCO
* Implement learning and behaviour management programmes under the direction of the class teacher or SENCO.
* Promote high standards of considerate behaviour at all times.
* To maintain working knowledge of health and safety issues and good practice in specific learning environments.
About Greenshaw Learning Trust:
Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We also have three shared service hubs where our central teams can be based out of. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are 'Always Learning'.
To get a feel of life at Greenshaw Learning Trust, please download our 'Why you should work for GLT' recruitment brochure on our jobs portal.
We can offer you:
* Professional development and career progression
* Generous pension scheme
* Blue Light Card
* Eligibility for Teacher Art Pass (teaching staff only)
* An Employee Assistance Programme
* Gym Discounts
* Free eye tests
* Cycle to work scheme
* Being part of a great team and expanding organisation
Please download the recruitment pack for further information.
Closing date for receipt of applications isWednesday 15th October 2025 at 11:59pm.We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.
We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know.
Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.