Teaching Assistant Level 1

Post Title: Teaching Assistant Level 1 (1:1 Support)

Responsible to: Headteacher

Location: St Vincent De Paul RC Primary School

Salary: Grade 2 scp 4 Actual Salary £18,969 (£26,016 FTE)

Term of Contract: One permanent position one fixed term position

Working pattern: Term Time Only + 4 days

Hours per week: 31.25 hours 6.25 hours per day, including lunchtime supervision.

Start date: ASAP

Closing date: 15^th November 2026

St Vincent De Paul RC Primary School are currently seeking a Teaching Assistant Level 1 to provide 1:1 support for a child with additional needs. This is an exciting opportunity to join the Trust at the beginning of a journey of transition, development, and growth within the multi-academy trust.

We are seeking to appoint an inspirational, enthusiastic teaching assistant who can work as part of our dedicated team of support staff supporting a child with complex communication and sensory needs. The successful candidate should have experience with children with complex special educational needs. The successful candidate will have a good understanding of special educational needs and demonstrate a commitment to inclusive education

Our Mission

Our Trust Mission is simple, it is to make Christ known, making lives better for our communities, our children and young people.

Our Values - One of Hope

Inspired by St Teresa of Calcutta, we are people of hope. We have a complete belief in the future we will build together. By offering our children, staff and schools’ opportunities to grow and flourish, we make aspiration and ambition a reality. Our people, just like St Teresa are relentless and fiercely ambitious. We will always reach for that which seems to be just out of our grasp.

One of Courage

As modelled for us by St Teresa of Calcutta, we will have the courage to do what is right. As a community, we will not shy away from making decisions that ensure our communities thrive. We will be brave in our actions. As a truly Catholic organisation this courage will be most apparent in how we collectively support the most vulnerable.

One of Innovation

St Teresa of Calcutta changed the world. Together, we will always be pursuing new ideas and best practice in all areas of our work. We will prepare our children and young people for the world that awaits them. A world which they will shape and change.

We are seeking an individual who has:

Experience of working with children with complex Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), particularly those requiring highly personalised support and intervention.

A sound understanding of sensory-based approaches to learning and the ability to support pupils accessing a sensory curriculum.

The patience, empathy and resilience needed to build positive, trusting relationships with children who may have communication, sensory and behavioural needs.

Experience of supporting children with autism, communication difficulties, sensory processing needs and/or complex learning difficulties.

The ability to adapt activities and learning experiences to meet the individual needs, interests and developmental stage of a child.

Excellent observation skills and the ability to recognise and respond appropriately to a child's communication, emotional and sensory needs.

A commitment to promoting inclusion, independence and pupil wellbeing in all aspects of school life.

The confidence to work collaboratively with teachers, SEND professionals, therapists, parents and other agencies to ensure the best outcomes for the child.

Strong communication and record-keeping skills, including the ability to contribute to assessments, reviews and individual support plans.

A calm, positive and flexible approach, with the ability to respond effectively to changing situations throughout the school day.

A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

A willingness to engage in relevant training and professional development to support the child's needs effectively.

Experience of supporting pupils with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).

Knowledge of intensive interaction, sensory circuits, Attention Autism, PECS, Makaton or other alternative communication approaches.

Experience of working within a specialist or resource provision setting.

We can offer:

• A supportive and dedicated Local Governing Body and Staff
• Highly effective safeguarding procedures.
• A working environment where all feel valued and respected.
• Supportive colleagues and governors with a clear vision and high aspirations for the school.
• A highly dedicated and inspirational team.
• A commitment to relevant, personalised Continuous Professional Development.
• A happy, calm and welcoming working environment.
• Opportunities to work within the wider STOCCAT team
• Generous Local Government Pension scheme employer contribution
• Recognition of continuous Local Government service (where applicable)

The Trust is committed to welcoming individuals regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity, sexual orientation or marital status or whether you are pregnant or on parental leave or from a socio-economic background. We welcome applicants from all communities and from people that identify with those characteristics.

To apply, follow the link - https://ce1057li.webitrent.com/ce1057li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=38983700Dm&VACANCY_ID=1237112K6Q

Commitment to Safeguarding:

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1074 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check including Children’s barred list check and satisfactory references, including your suitability to work with children. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Applications will only be considered from individual applicants on our standard application form, and not via CV alone or agencies. An online search will be performed on all shortlisted applicants in accordance with the Trust’s safeguarding procedures and Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance. All shortlisted applicants will be required to complete a form for self-disclosure of cautions and convictions.

Shortlisting date: 16^th November 2026

Interview date: 18^th November 2026

*Please note we only accept applications submitted via our website*