Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant

Bradgate Education Partnership; Leicester; On-site; GBP 17,000 - GBP 18,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational organization in Leicester is seeking a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support students with special educational needs. The role involves planning and delivering targeted activities and small interventions, ensuring students thrive academically and socially. Ideal candidates should have GCSE qualifications in Math’s and English, relevant experience, and strong communication skills. This is a full-time permanent position with opportunities for professional development and collaboration across the partnership.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Collaboration with colleagues

Access to Bradgate Benefits package

Qualifications

• Must have GCSE’s in Math’s and English Grade C/4 or above.
• Relevant experience working with young people is essential.
• A basic understanding of SEND requirements is needed.
• Must possess excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support young people under the guidance of the SENDCO.
• Deliver small group interventions for students with SEND needs.
• Plan and monitor targeted activities to support students.

Skills

GCSE’s in Math’s and English Grade C/4 or above

Relevant experience working with young people

Basic understanding of SEND requirements

Excellent communication skills

Education

GCSE’s in Math’s and English Grade C/4 or above

Job description

## SEN Teaching Assistant### We are searching for the best education professionals* SEN Teaching AssistantNEWFast Apply# SEN Teaching AssistantEmployerLocation: Leicester, LeicestershireContract Type: PermanentHours: Full TimeSalary: Grade 6, Pts 9 to 10 (£17,287 to £17,562)Posted: 5th February 2026Start Date: As Soon As PossibleExpires: 23rd February 2026 09:00 AMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1533109Start Date: As Soon As Possible* Contract Type :Permanent* Job ID: 1533109* Share :**SEN Teaching Assistant****The Roundhill Academy****Permanent****28.75 hours per week – term time only plus inset (39 weeks)****Grade 6, Pts 9 to 10 (£17,287 to £17,562)****Start Date: ASAP****Application Close Date:** Monday 23rd February 2026**Provisional Interview Date:** W/C Monday 23rd February 2026An exciting opportunity has arisen for someone to join Bradgate Education Partnership, working at The Roundhill Academy as a SEN Teaching Assistant on a permanent basis for 28.75 hours per week. As a SEN Teaching Assistant you will play a vital role in supporting young people, working closely under the guidance of the SENDCO and the wider SEND team. This is an excellent opportunity to join the Roundhill Department and contribute to our highly successful provision.The role involves delivering small group interventions, as well as planning, delivering, and monitoring targeted activities designed to support students with a range of SEND needs. You will also provide literacy and numeracy support and play an active part in the whole school implementation of the Thrive approach, for which full training will be provided.At The Roundhill Academy, we pride ourselves on being both nurturing and inspirational. We are looking for someone who shares our passion for supporting young people and who is committed to helping them thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.We are seeking a calm, approachable, and student focused individual. The ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team is essential.**The ideal candidate will:**• GCSE’s (or equivalent) in Math’s and English Grade C/4 or above• Relevant experience working with young people• Basic understanding of SEND requirements• Be an organised individual• Be calm and approachable• Be punctual• Have a flexible attitude• Have excellent communication skills**In return we offer:**• Opportunities to work across the partnership, developing your skills and expertise• The opportunity to collaborate with colleagues and share knowledge and resources• Access to our professional networks and professional development programmes• Access to our Bradgate Benefits package (see Candidate Information Pack).ApplicationsPrior to applying for the post, we welcome candidates in making contact with us to either discuss the position or arrange a visit to the school**To apply for this position:**1. Visit our careers website and search for the vacancy2. Apply using the online application form3. Submit a supporting statement outlining the reasons why you are applying and your suitability for the positionWe look forward to receiving your application!ACCESSIBILITY…If you do need any help with applying for this post, or need support with completing the application form, please make contact using the above contact details.SAFEGUARDING…Bradgate Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All employees and wider workforce are therefore expected to behave in such a way that supports this commitment. As part of the Trust’s shortlisting process, all shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search as part of our due diligence. Appointment to this post will also be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.INCLUSION…At our Trust inclusion means everyone is welcome. Everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We value individuality and uniqueness and aim to create a sense of belonging.We want an inclusive workplace that helps build the success of our pupils and reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:The Roundhill Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.### The Roundhill AcademyPart of### Bradgate Education Partnership