LSA - Class Based SEND Support (Mulberry Silverdale Primary)

Hours of work: 27.5 Hours

Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only etc.

(As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata)

Closing date: Tuesday 7 July 2026

For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:

Mulberry Silverdale Primary

Perth Road

St Leonards on Sea

East Sussex

TN37 7EA

Phone: 01424 448100

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.silverdaleprimaryacademy.org.uk

Please note, we do not accept CVs.

As an Academy within the Mulberry Schools Trust, we are seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant – Class Based SEND Support to join the team at Mulberry Silverdale Primary.

This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to join a vibrant and inclusive primary school, working as part of a dedicated and passionate team. The role involves supporting pupils across the classroom, delivering targeted interventions and, where required, providing individual support for pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). You will play a key role in helping children access learning, develop independence and achieve their full potential within a nurturing and ambitious environment where every child is enabled to thrive, belong and flourish.

We are looking for a person who:

• Has experience of working with children in a primary or educational setting
• Has experience of, or a strong understanding of, supporting pupils with SEND and additional needs
• Is committed to inclusive practice and maintaining high expectations for all learners
• Will support pupils to access learning through adaptive approaches and appropriate scaffolding
• Will work effectively with class teachers, the SENDCo and wider staff to deliver high-quality support
• Will provide targeted interventions and, where required, planned 1:1 support for pupils with EHCPs or identified additional needs
• Will implement strategies and interventions recommended by teachers, the SENDCo and external professionals
• Will promote positive behaviour, emotional wellbeing and social development
• Will build strong, positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues
• Will contribute to the monitoring and recording of pupil progress, engagement and wellbeing
• Will contribute positively to the wider ethos and life of the school as part of a collaborative team

We can offer:

• An inclusive, nurturing and ambitious primary school at the heart of the Mulberry Schools Trust
• A strong commitment to inclusion, equity and high aspirations for every child
• A dedicated, skilled and supportive staff team committed to improving outcomes for pupils
• High-quality support, guidance and ongoing professional development
• Opportunities to develop expertise in SEND, intervention delivery and inclusive practice
• A culture that values teamwork, reflection and continuous improvement
• Strong partnerships with families, governors and the wider Trust community
• A commitment to staff wellbeing and manageable workload expectations
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and families

This post would suit:

• An experienced Teaching Assistant looking to develop their expertise in SEND and inclusive practice
• Someone with experience of supporting pupils with SEND, EHCPs or additional needs
• Someone who is caring, adaptable and committed to ensuring every child can succeed
• Someone who enjoys working collaboratively as part of a supportive and ambitious team
• Someone who is passionate about inclusion and improving outcomes for all pupils

Application information:

For further details about Mulberry Silverdale Primary and the Mulberry Schools Trust, and to request an application pack, please visit the Trust website or contact the school directly.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, online searches and satisfactory references, including suitability to work with children.

Applications will only be considered from individuals completing the official application form; CVs alone or agency applications will not be accepted.

Visits to the school are warmly encouraged. For an informal discussion about the role or to arrange a visit, please contact the Headteacher’s PA ([email protected]) in the first instance.

To apply, please submit your completed application form and supporting letter via the official application process.

Job Description and Job Specification

Application

Additional Information

The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record.

All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.