Lead Teaching Assistant

Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a skilled and motivated professional to join us to take a key role in supporting the effective coordination of support provision across the school as a Lead Teaching Assistant. This role is suitable for an experienced Teaching Assistant who is ready to take on additional responsibility and make a wider contribution to support provision across the school. The post holder will work collaboratively with staff to promote effective practice, support colleagues, and help maintain high standards of care, inclusion and pupil support.

[Employer hidden] is a 212-place special school in Peterborough for pupils aged 4 to 19 years old with a wide range of Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD). The school operates as one school across three separate sites within the city. At [Employer hidden], we provide an inclusive and supportive environment where every learner is valued, encouraged to develop independence, and supported through an aspirational learning journey towards adulthood.

We are looking for a person who is dedicated to improving the life experiences and opportunities of children and young people with SEND, allowing pupils ‘to be the best they can be!’

Key Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with the support staff team and colleagues to strengthen practice and improve provision
• Contribute to the effective deployment of support staff, ensuring provision is flexible, consistent and responsive to pupil need
• Support consistency in systems and practice, including induction, training, wellbeing, medical care and moving and handling
• Promote a positive, inclusive and safe learning environment for all pupils

We would like to hear from you if you:

• Have significant experience working as a Teaching Assistant
• Have strong knowledge of SEND and inclusive practice
• Be confident in supporting and guiding colleagues
• Demonstrate excellent organisational and communication skills
• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
• Be calm, flexible and solution-focused in a fast-paced school environment
• Can build positive and effective working relationships with other professionals and stakeholders and can work as part of a team.

We can offer you:

• A supportive and friendly working environment where pupils are at the heart of everything we do
• Opportunities to develop and strengthen your skills through training, guidance and shared practice
• An engaging, creative curriculum where purposeful learning makes a real difference to pupils’ lives
• A supportive, experienced and motivated staff team who work collaboratively to achieve the best outcomes
• Positive and respectful relationships with staff, parents, carers and governors
• Ongoing professional development relevant to your role and experience, supporting your continued growth as a Teaching Assistant

Application Instructions

Please telephone the school office to make an appointment: [contact hidden]

Please email applications to [contact hidden].

Application form can be found on our website.

Key Dates

• Apply by: 12pm Wednesday 6th May 2026
• Interviews: Monday 18th May 2026