About this role
Specialist SEN Teaching Assistant (Resource Base) – Parley First School
£26,427 - £26,846 per annum (actual salary for part-time, term-time working £18,586 - £18,634)
31.25 hours per week, Monday - Friday
Fixed term contract ending 31st August 2028, Term time only, to start November 2026
Do you believe that the right support, at the right moment, can help a child feel safe, understood, and ready to learn? Do you want a role where progress may look different for every pupil - but every step forward truly matters? If so, Parley First School would love to hear from you.
We are looking for a Specialist Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team in The Pod, our Specialist Resource Base. This role is ideal for someone with a genuine commitment to supporting children with additional and often complex needs, including autism, speech and language needs, and school-based anxiety.
At Parley, Specialist Teaching Assistants play a vital role in helping pupils feel secure, valued, and capable. You will support children both emotionally and academically, often working closely with individuals or small groups to help them access learning and develop independence.
What you’ll do:
Work closely with the Specialist Teacher to deliver personalised learning programmes for pupils with EHCPs and additional needs
Support pupils one-to-one and in small groups, helping them engage with learning and develop key life skills
Use a calm, relational approach to help pupils regulate their emotions and feel safe
Promote independence, confidence, and self-esteem in every child
Monitor progress and share insights with teachers to support next steps in learning
Provide personal care when required, ensuring dignity, safety, and compassion at all times
Who you are:
A patient, empathetic, and resilient individual who understands the importance of relationships
Experience of working with children, particularly those with additional needs, is essential.
Someone who can remain calm under pressure and respond sensitively to pupils’ needs
A strong communicator who works well as part of a team and with families
Flexible, positive, and able to adapt to the varied demands of a specialist setting
Committed to supporting children with SEND and helping them achieve their individual goals