Location
Rainham, Essex RM13 7AH

Hours
32.5 hours per week, over 5 days. 8.45am to 3.45pm with a 1 hour unpaid lunch break, 38 weeks per year

Salary
Pro-rata £22,271 - £22,589 per annum (Scale 3, Point 5-6)

Contract
Temporary, starting ASAP

About the Role
Whybridge Junior School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and talented SEN Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and vibrant school. You will be part of a strong and supportive team within an Academy committed to providing a positive, safe, and stimulating learning environment for pupils and staff. As part of Hornchurch Academy Trust, the school offers excellent opportunities for training, support, career development, and sharing best practice across its six schools.

The role involves general in-class support for teaching and learning, alongside supporting SEND pupils with interventions and whole class participation. This is a full-time position working 8.45am to 3.45pm, five days a week during term time.

Experience
Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant is required.

About you
- Good Maths and English skills
- Flexible with a diverse set of skills to support or lead teaching and learning in the classroom
- Passionate about teaching and learning, striving for the best outcomes for children
- Creative and strategic thinker in the classroom
- Innovative and reflective practitioner eager to learn
- Positive, with a ‘can do’ attitude
- Good sense of humour

Qualifications
No specific qualifications stated, but relevant experience and skills are essential.