1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant

We are seeking a passionate and experienced SEND Teaching Assistant to join our Additionally Resourced Provision (ARP) - Maple Class. The successful candidate's will work alongside our school SENDCo, experienced and committed SEND Teacher, as well as additional support from other SEND unit teachers across the Trust, and our Academy Central Head of SEND. There are two roles available and each role is linked to a child on a 1:1 ratio, the roles are broken down as follows: 1 x 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant, 25 hours per week working Monday - Friday and 39 weeks per year with a start date of 01st September 2026. This roles actual salary is £17,683.57pa 1 x 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant working 17 hours per week working Monday - Friday and, 39 weeks per year with a flexible start date, this role can begin in June 2026 or 01st September 2026. This roles actual salary is £12,024.83pa. Please state within in your personal statement which role you would prefer to be considered for and if the role of 17 hours per week is your preference state your desired start date of June or Sept 2026. Visits to the school are encouraged and can be arranged via the school office on 01689 853916. Please note that, although this is a role listed to start in the new academic year, our INSET days are on 27th and 28th August and the successful candidate will be required to work on these dates. About The ELP: Maple Class is our Additionally Resourced Provision (ARP) designed to support children with Special Educational Needs, including those with Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC). We provide a nurturing and inclusive environment where each child’s individual needs are met through a personalised learning plan, tailored to the targets outlined in their Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). The Additionally Resourced Provision (ARP) at Downe Primary School aims to provide an engaging, safe and personalised learning environment. Our objectives include encouraging students to develop independent learning skills whilst nurturing opportunities for our learners to express themselves in a wide variety of ways. Facilitating happy, rich learning experiences is very much at the heart of everything we do. Read more here: https://downe.bromley.sch.uk/maple-class/ Our approach includes: A flexible school day tailored to sensory needs Enhanced opportunities for recall and consolidation Adapted lessons for autistic learners, including those with co-occurring needs such as dyslexia, dyspraxia, ADHD, and ACEs Reintegration into mainstream and reverse integration opportunities where appropriate Who we are looking for: We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic, and committed teacher who: Has a strong understanding of a range of special educational needs Possesses a solid foundation in autism-specific strategies Has prior experience working in SEND settings (this role is not suitable for newly qualified teachers without SEND experience) Is a team player with a long-term c