SEN Teaching Assistant

Cedar Avenue

Upminster

RM14 2LW

Tel: 01708 225186

Email: office@branfil.havering.sch.uk

Head Teacher: Mrs Nicole Gunthorpe

SEN Teaching Assistant

Hours : Role 1:

5 days per week, Monday – Friday, 39 weeks per year, 25 hours, 9am-3pm including 1 hour lunch break

Role 2:

5 days per week, Monday – Friday, 39 weeks per year, 30 hours, 8:30am-3 15pm including 30 minute lunch break, 15 minute morning break

Grade: Grade 1/2 Points 2-5 + TA2 Allowance

Salary : £28,221 - £29,436 per annum (Role 1 £16,837 - £17,562 pro rata)  (Role 2 £20,206 - £21,076 pro rata) 

Contract : Temproary linked to child until July 2026

Start Date:  As soon as possible

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will be prepared to work in a challenging but enjoyable work environment and will be joining a supportive team committed to inclusion. 

You will work closely with a named child. You will support this child with accessing their learning within the classroom as well as carrying out specific intervention 1:1 or in small groups.

Experience of working with children with SEND and delivering intervention is desirable.

The successful candidate will:

• be a proactive, positive role model for pupils
• ideally have some experience of working one to one with children
• be committed, flexible and reliable
• work well in a team with a consistent positive attitude 
• work under the direction of the class teacher, whilst also showing initiative to tailor learning experiences to the needs of the child
• be passionate about working with children with Special Educational Needs & Disabilities
• show empathy and communicate effectively with pupil, parents and staff.

Please apply online.

Closing Date: Wednesday 15th October 2025 - 12pm
Interview Date: Tuesday 21st October 2025 

Branfil is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and all staff are required to undergo enhanced DBS checks.