SEN Teaching Assistant

Oasis Academy New Oak currently have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated practitioner to join the team as a SEN Teaching Assistant in 'The Orchard', our Autism Resource Base.

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Job overview
You'll have an enthusiasm for supporting learners with differentiated needs, providing learning support with a positive and inclusive outlook, and managing sometimes complex behaviours within a structured learning environment to ensure differently-abled learners can reach their full potential.
Requirements
NVQ/VRQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification or equivalent.
Maths and English GCSE grade A* - C / 9-4 or Numeracy and Literacy Level 2 on the NQF or equivalent.
Passion and commitment for supporting learners with specific needs.
An empathetic, patient and tolerant demeanour.
Key organisation and communication skills.
Experience with managing complex behaviours and helping SEN learners to achieve.
We pride ourselves on being an employer of choice where all staff can thrive. We believe that supporting our staff both personally and professionally allows them to give their very best to our students.
Working Pattern
Term Time Only (including inset days).
39 Weeks per Year.
34.17 Hours per Week (34 Hours & 10 Minutes).
Recruitment timeline
We are looking to get the right candidate in role from 1st September 2026, but there is a possibility of an earlier start date being arranged. We actively encourage early applications, and we reserve the right to close the job posting early if we find the right candidate.
Safeguarding Statement
Oasis Academy New Oak 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.
Safeguarding Statement:
Oasis Academy New Oak 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. xwzovoh We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.