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SEN Teaching Assistant

Trinity Catholic High School

Redbridge

  • Expired
Job type:
Part Time, Permanent
Start date:
08 September 2025
Apply by:
6 October 2025

Job overview

We are a large, well-organised Secondary school in Redbridge and looking for an excellent, experienced or newly experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join our busy team. There will be an option to train as an ELSA. The duties will include:
 work inside/outside the classroom with individuals or groups
 adapt support according to needs
 look after children's physical, social and emotional welfare
 create a stimulating environment
 give information and help to teachers
 keep records and attend review meetings
 work with professionals such as speech and language therapists and educational psychologist
 provide a safe and healthy environment and follow safeguarding procedures

About Our School
Trinity Catholic High School is large Catholic comprehensive school situated in the London Borough of Redbridge and within the Diocese of Brentwood. We have a reputation for excellence in all aspects of our service to the children in our school and the wider community. Our school’s inspection reports can be viewed on this link: www.tchs.org.uk/about-us/inspections. The highest standards relating to Teaching and Learning are a feature of daily life at Trinity and these significantly and positively impact student progress and attainment. Trinity’s Section 48 report (January 2020) states that “Trinity Catholic High School is an outstanding school and a beacon of high-quality Catholic education. It has an excellent reputation in the local community and beyond and it is rightly seen as a flagship school for the Diocese of Brentwood”. The report also emphasises that “Catholic life at Trinity Catholic High School is outstanding and is of the highest quality” and “Every aspect of Collective Worship at the school is outstanding".


We are seeking a SEN TA who has:
 Who would like to be trained as an ELSA
 Experienced working with students who have special educational needs.
 Excellent communication skills.
 Ability to build relationships with a range of stakeholders.
 Proactive in supporting adaptations within the learning environment.
 Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
 Excellent organisational and IT skills.
 Exceptional communication, engagement skills and literate
Your Application
The school can only accept applications made on our school application form or by using the on-line TES Apply Now function. The completed form, along with a cover letter, should be submitted via email to recruitment@tchs.org.uk. Download our application form from our website: www.tchs.org.uk/about-us/employment/
• Tel: 020 8504 3419
• Email: recruitment@tchs.org.uk
• Closing date for applications: 29th August 2025
Early applications are welcome
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. Candidates must be willing to undergo child protection screening. This will be to obtaining a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check (DBS). Further details of this can be found on our website: https://www.tchs.org.uk/about-us/safeguarding/All applicants will be subject to social media checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2024.
Applicants must provide 2–3 referees, including one with access to their employment records. Consent must be obtained from referees. Please refer to the Notes for Applicants guidelines for full details.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a volume of suitable applicants. Please note that only candidates selected for shortlisting will be contacted, due to the high volume of applications.







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About Trinity Catholic High School

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+44 20 8504 3419

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Trinity Catholic High School 

2026 marks a remarkable milestone in the history of Trinity Catholic High School as we proudly celebrate 50 years of educating, inspiring, and shaping the lives of young people. Since our doors first opened in 1975, thousands of students have walked our corridors, each leaving their mark on our community while carrying forward the values that lie at the heart of Trinity. As we look back on five decades of faith, learning, and achievement, we also look forward with confidence and ambition, committed to ensuring that the next generation continues to thrive in an ever-changing world.

Trinity is a school with a proud history and a bold vision for the future. As educators, we are in a privileged position to help shape the lives of young people, guiding them to discover their gifts, deepen their faith, and prepare for the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead. Each child entrusted to us has just one opportunity to fulfil their God-given potential, and we take this responsibility with the utmost seriousness, working tirelessly to provide the very best environment for them to grow and flourish.

At the heart of our success is our dedicated and passionate staff team. Their commitment to our students is exceptional as they go above and beyond to inspire, challenge, and support every individual. Through their expertise, creativity, and care, we create an environment where students achieve academic success and also grow in confidence, character, and faith.

We also recognise the invaluable role of our parents and carers. Our partnership with families is one of Trinity’s greatest strengths, and we are grateful for their trust, encouragement, and support. Working together, we ensure that every student has the best possible foundation for success, both within school and beyond.

Our promise is simple: to take each child, nurture and protect them, and allow them to grow into the person God created them to be. In doing so, we strive to instill within them a love of themselves, a love of God, and a love of others, preparing them to step forward with faith, courage, and purpose.

Declan Linnane

Headteacher

View Trinity Catholic High School’s latest Ofsted report

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