Teaching Assistant SEN
| Posting date: | 15 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 14 May 2026 |
| Location: | Banbury, Oxfordshire, OX17 3RT |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | f6c22d62-e04c-4f91-9961-9d7aeef3d20d |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
GCSE or equivalent level, including at least a Grade 4 (previously
Grade C) in English and maths
Experience working in a school environment or other educational
setting
Experience working with children / young people with SEN
Experience planning and delivering learning activities
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Good literacy and numeracy skills
Good organisational skills
Ability to build effective working relationships with pupils and adults
Skills and expertise in understanding the needs of all pupils
Knowledge of how to help adapt and deliver support to meet individual needs
Subject and curriculum knowledge relevant to the role, and ability to apply this
effectively in supporting teachers and pupils
Excellent verbal communication skills
Ability to work as part of a team and to be flexible in their approach to daily
routines
Active listening skills
The ability to remain calm in stressful situations
Knowledge of guidance and requirements around safeguarding children
Good IT skills, particularly using IT to support learning
PERSONAL QUALITIES
Enjoyment of working with children
Sensitivity and understanding, to help build good relationships with pupils
A commitment to getting the best outcomes for all pupils and promoting the ethos
and values of the school
Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times
Commitment to safeguarding pupil’s wellbeing and equality
Resilient, positive, forward-looking and enthusiastic about making a difference
Capacity to inspire, motivate and challenge children and young people
For a job description please see application pack
What the school offers its staff
A passion for inclusion.
Pupils that come to school happy.
Leaders and staff support every pupil to reach their full potential.
Staff benefit from regular training to develop their expertise. We have a fantastic staff team and a supportive parent/carercommunity.
We offer a high quality, well-resourced and carefully structured provision, within an excellent broad andbalanced curriculum.
We strive to meet the needs of all children – doing ‘Whatever It Takes’ to help children fulfil theirpotential.
Commitment to safeguarding
King's Sutton Primary Academy/Prime7 MAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Therefore, the successful candidate would need to undergo a DBS check and be committed to the safeguarding of children.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
GCSE or equivalent level, including at least a Grade 4 (previously
Grade C) in English and maths
Experience working in a school environment or other educational
setting
Experience working with children / young people with SEN
Experience planning and delivering learning activities
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Good literacy and numeracy skills
Good organisational skills
Ability to build effective working relationships with pupils and adults
Skills and expertise in understanding the needs of all pupils
Knowledge of how to help adapt and deliver support to meet individual needs
Subject and curriculum knowledge relevant to the role, and ability to apply this
effectively in supporting teachers and pupils
Excellent verbal communication skills
Ability to work as part of a team and to be flexible in their approach to daily
routines
Active listening skills
The ability to remain calm in stressful situations
Knowledge of guidance and requirements around safeguarding children
Good IT skills, particularly using IT to support learning
PERSONAL QUALITIES
Enjoyment of working with children
Sensitivity and understanding, to help build good relationships with pupils
A commitment to getting the best outcomes for all pupils and promoting the ethos
and values of the school
Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times
Commitment to safeguarding pupil’s wellbeing and equality
Resilient, positive, forward-looking and enthusiastic about making a difference
Capacity to inspire, motivate and challenge children and young people
For a job description please see application pack
What the school offers its staff
A passion for inclusion.
Pupils that come to school happy.
Leaders and staff support every pupil to reach their full potential.
Staff benefit from regular training to develop their expertise. We have a fantastic staff team and a supportive parent/carercommunity.
We offer a high quality, well-resourced and carefully structured provision, within an excellent broad andbalanced curriculum.
We strive to meet the needs of all children – doing ‘Whatever It Takes’ to help children fulfil theirpotential.
Commitment to safeguarding
King's Sutton Primary Academy/Prime7 MAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Therefore, the successful candidate would need to undergo a DBS check and be committed to the safeguarding of children.