SEN Teaching Assistant for Resource Base
| Posting date: | 10 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | £25,989 to £26,842 per year |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 09 April 2026 |
| Location: | Chippenham, Wiltshire, United Kingdom |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Wiltshire Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 6818 |
Summary
A bit about us:
At St. Paul's School in Chippenham, we are proud to be an inclusive and supportive community where every child is valued and nurtured. Our school motto, "Making a difference with kindness, creativity, and pride," is at the heart of everything we do. We take a child-centred approach to teaching and learning, ensuring that each pupil’s unique needs are met with compassion, respect, and excellence. We are also an OPAL school, committed to outdoor learning and play, with a dedicated Forest School teacher.
We are excited to be expanding our Resource Base for children with Complex Needs, focusing on communication and interaction difficulties. Our KS2 Resource Base Class opened in September 2025, and we are looking for an enthusiastic, compassionate, and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join our growing team.
All about the role:
As a Resource Base Teaching Assistant, you will work with children who have complex communication and interaction needs. Your role will be to provide a nurturing and inclusive learning environment, delivering tailored education programmes that meet the specific needs of each pupil. You will work closely with parents, carers, and external professionals to support the holistic development of our pupils. You will be part of an extremely supportive staff team that collaborates closely to ensure the best outcomes for all children.
Why Join Us?
Be part of an exciting new initiative within a caring and innovative school.
Work in a highly supportive and collaborative team dedicated to making a real impact in children’s lives.
Opportunity to help shape and develop the Resource Base and make a significant difference in the lives of children with complex needs.
If you are passionate about working with children with complex needs and want to make a meaningful difference within an inclusive and forward-thinking school, we would love to hear from you!
At St. Paul's School in Chippenham, we are proud to be an inclusive and supportive community where every child is valued and nurtured. Our school motto, "Making a difference with kindness, creativity, and pride," is at the heart of everything we do. We take a child-centred approach to teaching and learning, ensuring that each pupil’s unique needs are met with compassion, respect, and excellence. We are also an OPAL school, committed to outdoor learning and play, with a dedicated Forest School teacher.
We are excited to be expanding our Resource Base for children with Complex Needs, focusing on communication and interaction difficulties. Our KS2 Resource Base Class opened in September 2025, and we are looking for an enthusiastic, compassionate, and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join our growing team.
All about the role:
As a Resource Base Teaching Assistant, you will work with children who have complex communication and interaction needs. Your role will be to provide a nurturing and inclusive learning environment, delivering tailored education programmes that meet the specific needs of each pupil. You will work closely with parents, carers, and external professionals to support the holistic development of our pupils. You will be part of an extremely supportive staff team that collaborates closely to ensure the best outcomes for all children.
Why Join Us?
Be part of an exciting new initiative within a caring and innovative school.
Work in a highly supportive and collaborative team dedicated to making a real impact in children’s lives.
Opportunity to help shape and develop the Resource Base and make a significant difference in the lives of children with complex needs.
If you are passionate about working with children with complex needs and want to make a meaningful difference within an inclusive and forward-thinking school, we would love to hear from you!
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