[260618E] SEN Teaching Assistant

Pilgrim Primary Academy, Reach South Academy Trust is seeking to appoint two exceptional and experienced SEN Teaching Assistants to join the School from September 2026 (Fixed Term position) Post(s): SEN Teaching Assistant - Term-time only (Fixed Term) Location: Oxford Street, Stonehouse, Plymouth PL1 5BQ Salary Range: Teaching Assistant - Grade C 5-7, £25,583 to £26,403 per annum pro-rata Actual Salary: £18,459 - £19,050 Hours/Contract: Fixed Term Contract (Sept-July) 30 hours per week, term-time only, 39 weeks per year, Monday to Friday The Role: Pilgrim Primary Academy is looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and committed SEN Teaching Assistant to join our committed team. This role is for a TA to be working in class supporting individuals and small groups of pupils with SEN and emotional needs. The ideal candidate will be hard working, friendly and outgoing and have relevant experience of working with high needs pupils or who has an interest in this area. They will have a passion for supporting young children’s learning, be able to form positive and meaningful relationships with pupils and enjoy working as part of a dynamic team. Please note that this role is offered on a Fixed Term basis due to the nature of the temporary funding to school. The Person: This is a great opportunity for a self-motivated and well organised individual. We are looking for people who have the following experience and qualities: Have at least Level 2 Teaching Assistant and/or Level 2 Early Years Qualification (or equivalent to these) Be able to display effective communication skills with both children and adults Be eager to work collaboratively in a wider team, adaptable and open to new ideas and practices Be a fast and highly flexible thinker, being able to deal with change and unpredictability positively with a ‘can-do’ attitude Experience of working with SEN children preferable School Background: Pilgrim is a friendly, caring and welcoming place, with children's learning, happiness and well-being at the heart of all we do. We understand that children will only get the best education when there are strong and respectful relationships between both pupils, staff, parents and the wider community. We are very proud of the positive relationships that exist at Pilgrim. Our aim is to develop confident young people who have high aspirations, a clear sense of themselves as learners and citizens, and who can contribute positively to their futures and those of others. We can offer you a friendly, team approach to working in a supportive environment. Trust Background: We are a family of schools working in partnership for the benefit of all our pupils and students. We believe our charitable aim, to advance education, is best achieved through collaboration, both within the Trust and beyond. We operate 21 academies across Devon, Cornwall, Dorset, Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, serving learners aged 3 to 19. Alongside o