Bealings School Address: Sandy Lane, Little Bealings, Woodbridge IP13 6LW Salary: £25,185 pro rata Hours: 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year Contract: Fixed term until end August 2026, with possibility of extension Reference: 8111 Bealings School are seeking a compassionate, patient, and dedicated 1-2-1 SEN Teaching Assistant to work with a child in their primary school who has special educational needs (SEND). This role is vital in supporting the child’s access to learning, development, and participation in all aspects of school life. Your responsibilities Provide tailored one-to-one support throughout the school day, ensuring the child’s individual needs are met in both academic and social settings. Support access to the curriculum by adapting resources and using specialist equipment or technology as needed Work closely with the class teacher, SENCo, and external specialists (e.g. Speech and Language, Occupational Therapy, Community Paediatrics) to implement and monitor personalised support strategies Promote independence, confidence, and inclusion both in the classroom and during unstructured times such as playtime and lunchtime Assist with mobility and orientation around the school environment, ensuring the child’s safety at all times Monitor and record progress against targets set in the child’s Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) Build a trusting relationship with the child to foster emotional well-being and a positive attitude toward learning Establish good working relationships with the parents, ensuring they are informed of the pupil’s learning achievements and areas of development Support with personal care needs if required Maintain confidentiality and safeguard the child’s welfare in line with school policies and procedures Attend and contribute to SEND and appropriate review meetings, if required by the class teacher, SENDCO and/or Headteacher and where appropriate, disseminate information to other Teaching Assistants Act as general TA should the pupil not be in school, supporting the class teacher with classroom activities, photocopying, filing etc. Participate in training and other learning activities and performance development as required Assist with supervision of pupil out of lesson times, including playtimes and lunch time Accompany teaching staff and pupils on visits, trips and out of school activities as required. What you will need Essential: Experience working with children with SEND, preferably in a school setting Understanding of inclusive educational practices and a commitment to equality and diversity Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work collaboratively with staff, parents/carers, and external professionals Patience, empathy, and a positive, can-do attitude Willingness to undertake relevant training, including in visual impairment and safeguarding. Desirable: Experience of working with children with additional needs Understanding of needs associated within children with SEND Level of understanding on Mantle of the Expert and its place within our school ethos Relevant qualifications (e.g., NVQ Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning or equivalent) Paediatric first Aid, Intimate Care and Manual Handling training. To find out more Please read the Job Description (Word). Please contact Claire Robinson by calling 01473 622376. How to apply Please read the Application Guidance for School Support Staff (word) and complete the Application Form for School Support Staff (word) and return to admin@bealings.suffolk.sch.uk Closing date: 12pm, 30 November 2025. Interview date: 8 December 2025. This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks required for relevant posts. Suffolk County Council - welcoming diversity.