Teaching Assistant (SEND 1:1 TA/ MDSA) to start as soon as possible.
This is a Fixed Term contract to work alongside the child one to one, required for as long as the child attends the school.
Salary: TA – Grade 2, Point 2, £12.26 an hour (starting salary)
MDSA – Grade 1, Point 2, £12.26 an hour
Job term: Full time or Part time options.
Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? Are you looking for a rewarding role in a friendly primary school setting? We are currently seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic individual(s) to join our team as 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistants, either on a part-time or full-time basis, to provide personalised support to students with SEND.
Responsibilities:
- Provide one-on-one support to a student 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 the student's learning goals.
- Foster a nurturing and inclusive learning environment, promoting the social and emotional development of the student.
- Collaborate closely with the school's SENCOs (Special Educational Needs Coordinators) 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 the student in developing essential life skills and promoting their independence.
- Collaborate with other teaching assistants and staff members to create an inclusive and supportive school community.
SEND Unit Teacher
Lakenheath Community Primary School, Mill Road, Lakenheath, IP27 9DU (01842 860256)
Full time or part time options
MPR1 - 6
Required for September 2025
An exciting opportunity to teach and help shape a brand new SEND unit at Lakenheath CP School!
At Lakenheath Community Primary School, we are proud to be a successful, supportive, and inclusive learning community. We believe that every child deserves an environment where they feel valued, inspired, and empowered to succeed. Our dedicated staff, engaged pupils, and supportive leadership team make our school a fantastic place to teach, learn, and grow.
We’re looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated teacher with a passion to help all pupils thrive. This is an exciting chance to develop a brand-new SEND Unit within our thriving mainstream primary school.
The successful candidate will take on a key role in our brand-new SEND small group room (up to 12 children), designed to support children with additional needs in a nurturing and inclusive setting.
As the main classroom teacher, you will:
- Work closely alongside our unit TA’s, with the opportunity to build upon our bespoke SEND curriculum tailored to the needs of our pupils.
- Work alongside our experienced SENCos and Senior Leadership Team (SLT) to ensure our SEND provision continues to be outstanding.
- Have the chance to innovate our SEND curriculum, including outdoor learning and sensory-based approaches.
- Collaborate closely with parents, specialists, and external agencies to create a holistic and nurturing learning environment.
What the school offers its staff
At Lakenheath Community Primary School, we know that great teachers need great support. That’s why we offer:
- Professional development opportunities, including SEND-specific training, WALTHRUs coaching as part of the whole school team and weekly team meetings.
- A collaborative and supportive school culture
- Passionate and experienced SENDCos who will work alongside you to support children’s individual learning journeys.
Ofsted, February 2024:
“The school prioritises training in SEND for staff. As such, pupils with SEND benefit from lessons that are carefully thought out.” Ofsted, 2024.
“Staff are proud to work at the school. They share the school’s ambition to give pupils the best education.” Ofsted, 2024.
Further details about the role
We are looking for a dedicated, ambitious, and innovative teacher who:
- Has proven experience working with pupils with SEND and a strong understanding of diverse needs.
- Is passionate about inclusive education and creative teaching approaches.
- Can demonstrate how they can work collaboratively with staff, families, and external professionals.
- Is eager to drive the success of a brand-new provision.
If you are excited by the opportunity to innovate, and create a truly inclusive learning environment, we’d love to hear from you! Be part of something special. Help shape the future of SEND education at Lakenheath Community Primary School!
Please contact the school office to schedule a visit or seek further details, by calling 01842 860256 or emailing accounts@lakenheath.suffolk.sch.uk
How to apply:
Should you wish to apply, please complete the application form attached.
Please find the job specification notes attached should you require further information.
Completed applications should be sent via email to: accounts@lakenheath.suffolk.sch.uk FAO Michael Tingey, Headteacher
Closing date: Wednesday 14th May 2025 (15:00)
Interview dates: W/C 19th May 2025
Please note: we may hold interviews as and when applications are received and we reserve the right to offer to a candidate prior to the closing date. We only accept application forms completed before the closing deadline. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible and advise you to check the job information as per the listing on our website.
In line with safer recruitment, we are unable to accept CVs. Failure to complete an application form satisfactorily may result in not being shortlisted for the post.
Lakenheath Community Primary is committed to safer recruitment, equal opportunities, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required.
We care deeply about inclusive working practices and diverse teams. We’re keen to ensure our school works for everyone, so we particularly encourage applications from different under-represented groups.