SEND Teaching Assistant and Midday Supervisory Assistant
We are seeking dedicated individuals to join our team as SEND Teaching Assistants (SEND TA/ MDSA) on a part-time or full-time basis to support day-to-day teaching in class and provide personalised support to students with SEND.
* Salary: Teaching Assistant - £12.26 per hour (starting salary); MDSA – £12.26 per hour
* Job Title: Teaching Assistant (SEND TA/ MDSA)
* Hours: Full or Part Time
* Contract: Maternity and Fixed Term, required as soon as possible. Work alongside children with SEND, required for as long as the child with SEND attends the school.
* Reference: 7888
Information about the School
* Lakenheath Community Primary School
* Address: Lakenheath, Suffolk IP27 9DU
Responsibilities
* Provide support to students with SEND, ensuring their individual needs are met in the classroom.
* Assist the class teacher in implementing tailored teaching strategies and adapting materials to support learning goals.
* Foster a nurturing and inclusive learning environment, promoting social and emotional development.
* Collaborate with the school's SENCOs and other professionals involved in the student’s care, ensuring effective communication and coordination of support.
* Help with the planning and implementation of individualised education plans, including monitoring progress and providing feedback to the teacher and SENCO.
* Support students in developing essential life skills and independence.
* Collaborate with other teaching assistants and staff to create an inclusive and supportive school community.
Requirements
* Knowledge and understanding of different types of SEND and relevant strategies to support students' individual needs.
* Patience, empathy, and excellent interpersonal skills to establish rapport with students, parents, and colleagues.
* Strong communication skills to collaborate with teachers, SENCOs, and other professionals.
* Flexibility and adaptability to respond to changing needs and provide appropriate support in different situations.
* A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Desirable
* Relevant qualifications in special education, such as a Teaching Assistant Level 3 Certificate or equivalent.
* Training or certification in SEND areas (e.g., ASD, speech and language difficulties, behavioural management).
* Experience working with children with SEND in a school or educational setting.
* Additional skills such as sign language, assistive technology, or sensory integration.
How to Apply
Please submit your application to accounts@lakenheath.suffolk.sch.uk.
For more information, please contact Michael Tingey, Headteacher at head@lakenheath.suffolk.sch.uk who will be happy to discuss the role or provide a site visit.
Closing date: 10am, 22 October 2025. Interview date: week commencing 3 November 2025.
Important notices
* Lakenheath CP School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
* An enhanced DBS check will be required.
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