Peterborough Diocese Education Trust
Teaching Assistant (SEN) Level 2 EDV/2026/LCVPS/60703
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Teaching Assistant (SEN) Level 2 EDV/2026/LCVPS/60703
Teaching Assistant (SEN) Level 2
Overview
Contract Type: Fixed Term until 31 August 2027.
Pay Grade: Grade D3 to D4 Full-Time Salary: £24,796 to £25,185 Actual Salary (for 17.50 hrs/week over 39 weeks): £10,076.72 to £10,235.04
Hours: 17.50 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:45am – 12:45pm (includes lunch cover). Starting Date: 1 September 2026
About Loddington CE Primary School
Loddington CE Primary School is rooted in a picturesque village community and focuses on delivering a holistic, child-centred experience that supports thriving for every child. Guided by our Christian ethos, our curriculum is designed to nurture the abilities, talents, and diversity of all pupils, celebrating every child’s achievements.
Our dedicated team fosters an inclusive, happy, and safe environment, ensuring children develop the confidence and skills needed for their journey through childhood and into adulthood.
Role Description
We are seeking a passionate Teaching Assistant (SEN) who is:
- Friendly, enthusiastic, and professional
- Committed to addressing the learning and pastoral needs of primary children
- Capable of supporting and supervising pupils in the classroom environment
- Fully supportive of helping teachers implement pupil education
Your responsibilities will include:
- Creating and maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment, ensuring pupils feel happy, confident, and able to learn.
- Assisting with pupil behaviour management, including understanding and implementing strategies to tackle challenging behaviour with respect and empathy in alignment with our Behaviour Policy.
- Building trusting and respectful relationships with children whilst maintaining strict confidentiality and adhering to the school’s Code of Conduct.
- Supporting the school's values and Christian ethos, recognising the unique potential of every child.
- Participating in Continuing Professional Development (CPD), including required training such as First Aid and annual Safeguarding/Child Protection courses.
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Key Requirements_of_the_role
We require the successful applicant to:
✔ Be enthusiastic, empathetic, and approachable ✔ Foster a purposeful, orderly classroom atmosphere ✔ Understand and commit to Safeguarding/Child Protection principles, prioritising the welfare of children in all circumstances ✔ Uphold the school’s Behaviour Policy effectively ✔ Support the school’s religious ethos ✔ Maintain confidentiality while engaging respectfully with pupils
Benefits & Offer
Joining us provides:
🌟 A supportive and encouraging work environment where ideas are valued. 🌟 Engagement with inspired and motivated children eager to learn. 🌟 A collaborative, values-driven school community with staff driven by the passion for educating and nurturing children. 🌟 A truly rewarding work experience in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. 🌟 Access to a comprehensive benefits package via our partnership with Vivup, including employee rewards systems. 🌟 Membership of one of the largest Multi-Academy Trusts in Peterborough Diocese, offering wider development opportunities, training, and career progression.
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How to Apply
Visits during school days are welcome and encouraged. To arrange a visit or to submit an application, contact us via:
📧 Email: office@loddington.pdet.org.uk 📞 Phone: 01536 710175
For more details about our school and the Trustுமour our websites:
🌐 https://www.loddingtonschool.org.uk/ 🌐 https://www.pdet.org.uk/
For the full Job Description and Person Specification, visit the relevant pages.
🔹 Note: Applications may close early if the position is successfully filled. Therefore, we encourage suitable candidates to apply promptly.
Important: PDET and all associated schools are committed to promoting child welfare and safeguarding. All successful candidates will undergo an enhanced DBS check, and references will be obtained prior to interviews. We are an equal opportunities employer.
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