SEN Teaching Assistant

Are you looking to work in a nurturing and supportive school where you can make a genuine difference

Banstead Infant School is seeking a dedicated 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant who has a passion for supporting young people helping to enhance their learning and nurture their social and emotional development.

If youre looking to join a professional and caring team that truly values its staff wed love to hear from you!

Your opportunity

This is a fantastic opportunity to join our welcoming and supportive team as a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant. Our school has a passion and understanding of what effective learning is and we help to inspire our pupils to be the best they can return for your hard work we can offer excellent CPD opportunities and the support of a strong collaborative team. Be part of our creative and passionate team as we plan the next step on our journey and Grow Learn and Flourish within GLF Schools.

What we are looking for:

• Be dynamic enthusiastic and motivated
• Be able to develop positive relationships with young children
• Be able to stay calm and objective when presented with unusual or challenging behaviour
• Have experience of working with children with SEN
• Be enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team
• Be a confident and clear communicator with parents
• Have GCSE Maths and English Grade C or above

To review the full Job Description and Person Specification for this role please download the Job Pack below.

About Banstead Infant School

Banstead Infant School is a happy nurturing and forward thinking school. We have a strong collaborative approach to learning and our dedicated team of staff are committed to inspiring and enabling lifelong learners. The schools strong ethos and curriculum successfully encourages positive attitudes and qualities to support children in their learning. Our outstanding promotion of pupils personal development and welfare ensures children grow in confidence and self-esteem which allows their personalities to flourish.

Our School sits within a newly established cluster of schools overseen by a Regional Director. Along with Banstead Infant School our cluster includes the following other schools; The Vale Mead Infant and Junior Schools Cuddington Croft Primary School Danetree Primary School and Floreat Wandsworth Primary School.

This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with colleagues across this cluster to share expertise and experience ensuring all children in our schools receive an excellent education and reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for career progression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further your professional development

Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.

• A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2000 colleagues and over 17000 pupils
• Founded upon the values of Respect Inclusivity Integrity and Kindness
• 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
• We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
• Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

GLF Schools Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer which allows all our colleagues to Grow Learn and Flourish

• Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible working options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Work life and family friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Access to a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model

Please read the attached Join Our Community candidate pack for further information.

The Details

Start Date: ASAP

Hours:26.65hrs a week - Monday - Friday 8.50am 3.20pm (Term-time 38.6 weeks)

Salary:GLF Associate 2.1 23651 FTE

Pro-rata Salary:14907.81

Contract Type:FTC until 31st August 2026

Closing Date: Friday 21st November at 9.30am

Interview Date:TBC