East Sussex County Council
SEND Intervention Specialist Teaching Assistant (Ratton School (South Downs Learning Trust))
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SEND Intervention Specialist Teaching Assistant (Ratton School (South Downs Learning Trust))
SEND Intervention Specialist Teaching Assistant
Working Pattern & Hours
- Hours of work: 31.25 (part-time, term-time only)
- Working hours: 8:30 am – 3:15 pm (Mon to Fri) with a 30-minute unpaid break daily
- Contract: Permanent, term-time only with holiday pay entitlement
About the Role As our new SEND Intervention Specialist Teaching Assistant, you will:
- Provide targeted 1:1 and small-group interventions across areas including:
- Literacy
- Numeracy
- Speech and language
- Social skills
- Emotional wellbeing programmes (e.g., CBT, Worry Busters)
- Work closely with the SENCO and wider support staff to:
- Develop, monitor, and review interventions
- Ensure programmes remain impactful and relevant to student needs and school priorities
- Directly support the progress and confidence of vulnerable students with additional needs
- Liaise with parents, staff, and students (e.g., in class, group sessions, homework club, or exam supervision)
- Contribute to a collaborative, safegarding-focused environment where every child thrives.
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Key Traits Required: ✔ Strong communication ✔ Proactive learning support ✔ Commitment to safeguarding and inclusion ✔ Dedication to meaningful impact.
Why Work With Us
- Warm, supportive team culture
- Comprehensive professional development
- Belief in education’s transformative power—every child deserves outstanding progress, regardless of background or need.
Key Details
- Grade: Single Status 4-5 (points 9-13), £25,185–£26,403 fte (pro rata). Actual salary: £18,377.61 gross per annum (£1,531.47/month)
- Salary pending pay award (2024 rate).
Closing & Interview Dates:
- Closing Date: 12 noon, Monday 13 July 2026
- Interview Date: Wednesday 15 July 2026
- Start Date: September 2026
How to Apply
- Application Form Only (CVs not accepted).
- Download the form here.
- Submit it to: Mrs Hayden, Trust Executive Assistant ➤ Email: ahayden@ratton.co.uk
- Alternative: Apply via TES or Gov.UK.
- Early applications encouraged—successful candidates may prompt early closure of the advert.
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Additional Requirements
- Safeguarding Commitment: All staff must uphold child welfare protocols and complete an enhanced DBS check (see GOV.UK guidance).
- All school staff are required to follow the school’s [Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy] strictly.
Location: Ratton School 📍 Park Avenue, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 2XR 📞 01323 504011 | 🌐 Website | Email: ahayden@ratton.co.uk
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