SEN Teaching Assistant (3702 )

Cumbria; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused council in the United Kingdom is seeking a skilled SEN Teaching Assistant to support students with special educational needs. This part-time fixed-term position, until July 2026, involves working closely with teachers and professionals to deliver targeted support. The ideal candidate will hold a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification and have experience with SEND children. Join a welcoming school environment dedicated to helping every child reach their full potential.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Opportunities for professional development

Friendly staff community

Qualifications

• Hold a Level 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification or equivalent.
• Experience working with SEND children is a must.
• Demonstrate high expectations and commitment to student achievement.
• Good listening and effective behavior management skills.

Responsibilities

• Support SEN pupils with targeted interventions alongside the class teacher.
• Work collaboratively with external professionals to enhance pupil outcomes.
• Participate actively in the wider life of the school.

Skills

Experience working with SEND children

Good listening and behavior management skills

Calm, patient, resilient and flexible

Enthusiastic and motivated

Ability to follow direction and use initiative

Effective teamwork

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification or equivalent

Job description

• Job type:Teaching Assistant / Senior Teaching Assistant / Higher Level Teaching Assistant
• Contract:Fixed term
• Work pattern:Part-time
• Salary:Please see below
• Date posted: Thursday 4 December 2025
• Closing date for applications: This is a rolling advertisement
• Employer:Cumberland Council

Fixed Term – Part-Time SEN Teaching Assistant (32.5hpw) – fixed term until 17th July 2026, due to pupil numbers. There may be the opportunity for this to be extended. There will also be a lunchtime commitment of 30 minutes a day.

PCD5 £25,989 per annum pro rata (32.5 hpw) term time only plus 1 week INSET

Burgh by Sands School are seeking to recruit a skilled, enthusiastic and caring Teaching Assistant to work with SEN pupils across KS2. The successful candidates should be capable of integrating swiftly and successfully into our hard working, friendly and experienced team as soon as possible.

This is a wonderful opportunity to join our warm and welcoming village school, where every child is valued and encouraged to reach their full potential. The role will involve working closely with the class teacher, SENCo and external professionals to deliver targeted support and ensure positive outcomes for pupils.

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds a Level 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification or equivalent
• Has experience working with SEND children
• Is committed to ensuring every child achieves their full potential
• Has high expectations of all pupils and is committed to raising standards
• Has good listening and behaviour management skills
• Is calm, patient, resilient and flexible, with the ability to adapt to the child’s needs.
• Is enthusiastic, motivated and fully prepared to participate in the wider life of the school.
• Can follow direction from the class teacher and also use their own initiative.
• Can work effectively as part of a committed staff team

In return, we can offer:

• A positive, warm and welcoming working environment.
• Supportive and friendly staff, and a caring school community.
• Fantastic children who enjoy learning and achieving.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A supportive Headteacher and Governing Board.

Visits to the school are welcomed. To arrange a visit please contact the school office on: Tel: [phone] Email: [e-mail]

If you believe you can demonstrate the dedication, skills and passion required, we look forward to receiving your application. The job description, person specification and application form are available on the school’s website and applications should be sent electronically to [e-mail] marked as ‘Private and Confidential’. Please state curriculum and SEND strengths in your application.

Burgh by Sands School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff to share this commitment. Any successful candidate will be appointed subject to Enhanced DBS and pre-employment checks, confirmation of appropriate qualifications and professional references.

Burgh by Sands School
Burgh-by-Sands
Carlisle
CA5 6AP