Summary

About Us:
Applebee Wood Special School is dedicated to providing a nurturing and creative environment for children with Special Educational Needs (SEN). Our school focuses on positive emotional and social development while ensuring each child receives an individualised education. We are looking for passionate and dedicated teachers who share our commitment to empowering children and supporting their unique needs.

We Are Looking For:
We are seeking creative, empathetic, and confident Teaching Assistants (Level 3, 2B and 1) to join our incredible team. The ideal candidates will have experience working with children with SEN. You will be responsible for supporting the class teacher in the delivery of lessons to our amazing pupils. The post is term time plus one week of inset days. The hours are negotiable and can be discussed at interview.

Why Join Us?
At Applebee Wood Special School, we pride ourselves on our collaborative, supportive staff team who are working together on our improvement journey . We offer ongoing professional development opportunities and a chance to make a real difference in the lives of children with SEN. You will be part of a caring, passionate team committed to providing the best possible education for every child.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.

This position is part time, term time only, please note the salary quoted is full time equivalent. If successful, the salary received will be paid on a pro –rata basis.

The closing date is 12 noon 08/07/2025

Essential Qualifications

English & Maths Grade C or equivalent

Desirable Experience

Classroom/school experience

For an informal discussion please contact:

For an informal discussion please contact our interim Deputy Headteacher Mrs H Bleasdale via email hbleasdale@applebeewood.co.uk

Proposed Interview Date:

15/07/2025

Please send all application forms to bursar@applebeewood.co.uk