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SEN Teaching Assistant
Newtown School
Source: UK Teaching Vacancies API · original listing ↗
Source date: 11/9/2026
About this role
At Newtown our values are caring, curiosity and courage. Newtown is a vibrant, innovative school set in the heart of the community it serves. The ethos of our two-form entry school is welcoming, nurturing and enthusiastic. Our children are confident in their ability to learn, resilient and considerate of others. We can offer: • a nurturing and welcoming school community • a talented, dedicated and caring teaching support team • an amazing group of children with a mix of abilities and cultures • support in continuing professional development • classrooms filled with laughter and a love of learning. About the role: We are seeking a committed and nurturing SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support in our KS1 classes to pupils with a range of additional needs including autism, learning difficulties and scocail communication challenges. Working as part of a dedicated team, you will help create a calm, structured and supportive environment where each child can thrive. You will assist with personalised learning, communication development and social-emotional support, ensuring every child can access the curriculum and make meaningful progress. If you are patient, proactive and passionate about making a difference for children with additional needs we would love to hear from you. About you: You will have: • Experience of working with children with SEN (preferred but not essential) • Experience of working in a School or Early Years setting • Minimum of English and Maths GCSE Please see the attached job description and person specification for further information and do not hesitate to contact the school should you wish to discuss the role further. We reserve the right to close applications early should the right candidate apply before the end date.