Teaching Assistant SEN

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Located in the heart of Burton-upon-Trent’s vibrant, multi-cultural community, Christ Church Primary School offers an excellent opportunity for you to join our hardworking and dedicated Team. We are seeking to appoint an individual who is energetic, enthusiastic and passionate with a positive work ethic who wishes to bring out the very best in our special educational needs pupils. 

The Governors of Christ Church Primary School would like to hear from you if you are someone who:

• Is proactive
• Has a passion for working with young children
• Works well in a team
• Has a positive attitude
• Is caring and patient
• Is a hardworking and enthusiastic professional
• Has a clear understanding of the primary curriculum 
• Has high expectations of attainment and behaviour
• Is qualified to NVQ L3 or equivalent
• Has experience of working with children with additional needs
• Has an understanding of communication difficulties
• Has good organisational and interpersonal skills
• Has high expectations of learning with the ability to adapt to suit the needs of the child 

We can offer:

• Friendly, talented and enthusiastic pupils who are eager to learn
• A forward thinking school that has excellent relationships with its community
• Supportive parents and Governors
• A caring team of colleagues who are committed to providing the best for our pupils
• A stimulating working environment
• Opportunities for professional development 

Prospective applicants are welcome to visit school by prior arrangement. Please contact the school office on 01283 247400 to make an appointment 

To apply for this post please download the support staff application form and recruitment and monitoring form below in the available Documents Section. 

Closing Date: Wednesday 5^th November 2025, 12pm

Interview Date: Monday 10^th November  2025

Candidates who are shortlisted will be informed by telephone or e-mail

Please send completed form to s.smith@christchurch-burton.staffs.sch.uk or post to

Christ Church Primary School

Dale Street

Burton on Trent

Staffordshire

DE14 3TE