KS3 SEND Teaching Assistant – Full-time, temporary to permanent from September 2026
The inspection report describes a structured and supportive learning environment where pupils feel safe, understood, and well supported. Staff work consistently to build positive relationships and help pupils re-engage with learning through clear routines and personalised approaches. Leadership demonstrates a strong commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and continual improvement, ensuring pupils’ emotional well-being and individual needs are central to daily practice.KS3 SEND Teaching Assistant – Full-time, temporary to permanent from September 2026
This KS3 SEND Teaching Assistant role offers a full-time, temporary to permanent opportunity starting in September 2026. The KS3 SEND Teaching Assistant will support pupils with additional needs within a Key Stage 3 setting, helping them access learning, regulate emotions, and build confidence during an important stage of their education. This role is ideal for a calm, resilient, and committed KS3 SEND Teaching Assistant who is passionate about inclusive practice and supporting pupils to make meaningful progress.Duties as KS3 SEND Teaching Assistant:

• Support pupils with SEND within a Key Stage 3 classroom environment
• Provide one-to-one and small group support to help pupils access the curriculum
• Assist with differentiated learning activities tailored to individual needs
• Support pupils’ social, emotional, and behavioural development
• Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation, and engagement in learning
• Work closely with class teachers, SEN staff, and pastoral teams to follow support plans
• Support pupils during transitions, lessons, and unstructured times
• Maintain a calm, safe, and inclusive learning environment
• Observe and share information regarding pupil progress and well-being
• Uphold safeguarding, welfare, and health and safety responsibilities at all times

Ideal KS3 SEND Teaching Assistant:

• Experience supporting young people with SEND, ideally within Key Stage 3
• Understanding of inclusive practice and adolescent development
• Calm, patient, and consistent approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to build positive, trusting relationships with pupils
• Flexible and responsive to individual needs
• Willingness to begin on a temporary basis with the opportunity to become permanent
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and professional boundaries

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