Specialist SEND Teaching Assistant- 1:1, Godalming

EmployerLoseley Fields Primary SchoolLocationGodalming, SurreyContract TypeFixed term contractHoursPart Time, Term TimeSalaryLPT3 (currently £25, 212 FTE, pro rata £18,233)Posted21st May 2026Expires2nd June 2026 09:00 AMStart DateAs Soon As PossibleJob ID1554660Job ReferenceSTA26LFISpecialist SEND Teaching Assistant- 1:1Hours: 30 hours per week, term-time onlyWorking day: 8.40am – 3.10pm, Monday to Friday, term-time onlyGrade: LPT3 (currently £25, 212 FTE. Actual pro rata salary £18, 233)Start Date: 1st September 2026 or before if availableWe are seeking a dedicated, compassionate and resilient Specialist SEND Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a pupil with complex needs within our vibrant and ambitious primary school.This role will involve working closely with the class teacher and SEND team to support a pupil with significant additional needs, enabling them to access learning, develop communication and independence skills, and feel safe and included within the school community.Please note: This role is dependent upon the named pupil remaining on roll at the school, as it is funded through additional SEND funding linked to the pupil’s needs.As a school, we provide a broad and balanced curriculum that goes beyond the requirements of the National Curriculum, with many opportunities to engage with learning in a multi-sensory way. Children are encouraged to participate in the wider life of the school and within the local community. We have a specialist centre attached to the school for children with learning and additional needs. Previous experience working in a specialist environment is an advantage but not a necessity.About our school:We are immensely proud of the caring nature of our school community where pupils feel happy and safe. Everyone works together to enable all pupils to feel that they belong and there is a positive culture for behaviour and learning. Staff are part of a dedicated, highly skilled and supportive team who are empowered by our dynamic SLT to lead and innovate. Loseley Fields is part of the collaborative Learning Partners Academy Trust, where networking and career opportunities are available. The Trust is built on partnership and thriving on local schools working together.The successful candidate will:be able to assist in the education and social development of pupils under the direction of the teacherbe well organised and efficientdemonstrate a high level of emotional intelligence and resiliencebe able to engage children in learningbe flexible and pro-activebe able to work as part of a teambe positive and have a good sense of humourIn return we can offer you:a positive culture for behaviour and learninga hard-working, dedicated and supportive teamopportunities for excellent continuous professional development across our 16-strong academy trustSafeguarding StatementLoseley Fields Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. All successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.Diversity and Inclusion StatementWe want to attract the broadest range of talented people to be part of Learning Partners Academy Trust. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workforce and particularly welcome suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to join our trust.Visits to our school are warmly welcomed and strongly encouraged. Please contact the school office to arrange a visit.Closing date: 9am, Tuesday, 2nd JuneWe reserve the right to appoint before the closing date, and interviews may be held upon receipt of applicationsTeaching Assistant - JD_PS 2026Safeguarding Statement:Loseley Fields Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. All successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.Diversity and Inclusion StatementWe want to attract the broadest range of talented people to be part of Learning Partners Academy Trust. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workforce and particularly welcome suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to join our trust. #J-18808-Ljbffr