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SEN Teaching Assistant

Kingfisher School

Abingdon

  • £18,235.86 - £19,758.69 pro rata
  • Expired
Salary:
NJC Grade 6, SCP8-13
Job type:
Full Time, Part Time, Permanent
Start date:
01 September 2026
Apply by:
12 July 2026

Job overview

‘Valued, Independent, Enriched, Worthwhile’

Are you ready to grow your career in SEND? We are seeking caring, motivated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to join our growing team. Whether you are experienced or looking for a rewarding career change, this is a genuine opportunity to support pupils with additional needs to achieve their potential.

Kingfisher School provides an exciting and well-designed learning environment for pupils aged 2-19, who have severe, complex or profound needs, including Autism. Part of The Propeller Academy Trust, our school is an amazing place where our dedicated team work together to offer the absolute best for our young people.

What we Offer

  1. Competitive salary

  2. Full induction programme and ongoing CPD, including specialist SEN training

  3. Paid wellbeing days, free flu vaccinations and on-site parking

  4. Flexible working options (part-time or job share considered)

  5. Local Government Pension (LGPS)

  6. Cycle to Work Scheme

  7. Employee assistance programme

  8. Refer-a-friend scheme (earn up to £500)

  9. A strong, therapeutic and supportive school culture

About the Role

  1. Working pattern: Monday-Friday: 08:40 – 15:10. We support flexible working and will consider part-time hours, as long as availability includes the beginning and/and end of each working day, which are essential for this role.

  2. Includes a 30-minute unpaid lunch break

  3. Support pupils with SLD, PMLD and ASD in the classroom and across school

  4. Assist with learning activities, therapy programmes and IEP targets

  5. Support enrichment activities (swimming, PE, community visits, horse riding)

  6. Provide personal and intimate care when needed

  7. Promote positive behaviour, wellbeing and independence

  8. Build strong relationships with pupils, staff, families and therapists

About you

  1. GCSE English and maths (Grade 4/C or equivalent)

  2. Experience supporting children or young people (school, care, youth work etc.)

  3. Calm, patient, motivated and a strong team player

  4. Experience with children or young people with EHCPs or additional needs (desirable)

How to Apply

If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can genuinely make a difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today via the link provided and join our dedicated team at Kingfisher School. Early applications are strongly encouraged.

To arrange a visit or to find out more, please contact:

Emma Wisker, School Business Manager

📞 01235 555512

📧 recruitment@kingfisher.oxon.sch.uk

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About Kingfisher School

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  • Kingfisher School
  • Radley Road, Abingdon
  • Oxfordshire
  • OX14 3RR
  • United Kingdom

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Valued . Independent . Enriched . Worthwhile

Kingfisher School is a unique, friendly, and successful school based in Abingdon, Oxfordshire, and is part of The Propeller Academy Trust. Our vision is that Kingfisher School is a place where everyone is valued to develop independence through an enriching curriculum which is worthwhile. This is the Kingfisher VIEW.

We provide high quality education for children and young adults aged 2-19 years who have severe, profound, and complex needs including autism. Our school is organised into pathways that are designed to meet the particular needs of the children, offering them learning programmes that build on their individual strengths and celebrate their achievements.

It is a place where every child has an aspirational and personalised education programme that ensures they receive an exceptional opportunity to succeed.

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