We are looking to recruit an existing teaching assistant or HLTA, with experience of positive contributions to outcomes in KS4 and Sixth Form teaching assistance, to take a lead on:
● Leadership of the SEND team, in the absence of SENDCO
● Some team performance management, as directed by SENDCO
● Baseline assessments to identify strengths that can be further developed as well as
areas that require improvement
● Collating evidence for exam access arrangements
● Documentation consideration, preparation and collation for students with SEND
(including EHCP, annual review evidence and K code Student Passports)
● Support of SENDCO and/or dSENDCO in the annual review process
The role will be full time and answer directly to the SENDCO.
The successful candidate will commence the role during term 6, June 1st 2026 or at the beginning of term 1, September 2026 - a fixed term contract for one year, in the first instance. Discussions regarding possibilities of continuance will take place during term 4, 2027. Scale 6, point 18, 37hpw.Please click here for the full Job Description and Person Specification for the role.
How to apply:
Complete the application form
Send a letter of no more than two sides of A4, font 12, 1.5 line spacing that describes and
explains:
1. What the success criteria would look like in role, by the end of the academic year
2026/2027
2. How your experience to date is relevant to successful fulfilment of the role
3. Why you are ideal for the role
The deadline for applications is Monday 27th April, 4pm, to be emailed to sss-enquiries . Interviews will be held on Wednesday 29th April from 11am.
What we offer:
Existing experienced SENDCO and aSENDCO will continue to be available for advice and training as continuing members of staff at the school.
A nurturing school environment in which the community “celebrates difference” and prioritises a culture of safety and equal value.
Potential for progression, further qualification and space to be creative
For informal conversations about the role, please book in to meet the Headteacher through
The school’s PA, Megan Fryer, at your earliest convenience, on SSS Enquiries.
Closing Date: 27th April 2026
Interview date: 29th April 2026
Somerset Studio School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion
