SEN Teaching Assistant

Salary:NJC Grade C: 25583 - 26403 FTE (This will be paid pro-rata to reflect hours and weeks worked)

Working Pattern:This is a fixed termpositionworking 32.5hours per week 39weeks per year until 31st August 2026(Monday to Friday)

Willowbrook School is an exciting and vibrant place of learning in the heart of the city of Exeter and we are looking for someone special to join our team.

This is an exciting time for us following our recent joining of The Harbour Schools Partnership.

The staff are warm and welcoming with a strong team ethic and we work with schools across our Trust to enhance our practice knowledge and skills.

Our work supports a wide range of children and a diverse community meaning no day is the same!

The role involves supporting children with SEND to ensure they thrive and are successful in our school; this work will be both in the classroom and through targeted interventions.

There will be the opportunity to build strong relationships with children across our school. We are looking for a Teaching Assistant who will be dedicated to do their very best for our children.

You will need to have good organisational skills an empathetic approach and be able to reflect on your practice.

You will need a good level of English and maths and an ability to be flexible to meet the wide ranging needs of our community.

This would be an amazing opportunity for someone considering a career in teaching.

We offer a comprehensive programme of professional development so that you feel fully supported in the work that you do.

This role requires an enhanced DBS disclosure.

This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.

To apply forthis role please submit your application online; your supporting statement should outline your suitability for the post.

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 23rdFebruary2026 interviews will be held on Wednesday25th February2026.

All shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search.

The Harbour Schools Partnership require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.

The Harbour Schools Partnership is an equal opportunities employer committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and an enhanced disclosure is required for this post.

Our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy is availablevia our website here.