Vacancies

Resource Base Practitioner (SEN) - Temporary Contract - Multiple posts

Start: Ideally September 2025

Hours: Full-time or part-time considered – 38 weeks/year

Salary: NJC Grade C: Starting at £24,790 (FTE)
(This will be paid pro-rata to reflect hours and weeks worked)

We are seeking compassionate, enthusiastic and adaptable individuals to join our dedicated team supporting pupils in our complex needs Resource Base provision from September 2025. These temporary roles offer a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children with additional needs, working within a supportive and inclusive school community.

About the role:

Our Resource Base provides targeted support for children with a range of special educational needs. We are looking for individuals who can foster positive relationships, provide personalised learning support and help create a nurturing environment where every child can thrive.

Duties may include:

• Supporting children with their learning, communication and personal development

• Working closely with the class teacher and SEND team to deliver individualised programmes

• Promoting positive behaviour and self-regulation using relational and restorative strategies

• Supporting inclusion in mainstream activities where appropriate

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience or a strong interest in working with children with SEND

• Is flexible, calm and patient in approach

• Works well in a team and builds positive relationships with pupils and staff

• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

This is a temporary post to support short-term needs within the provision. There may be opportunities to extend for the right candidate, depending on future needs.

We can offer:

• A friendly and welcoming team

• Opportunities for professional development

• A strong culture of inclusion and care

• A school that values and celebrates every child

• Access to reward schemes (Vivup and Blue Light card)

How to apply:

Please contact the school office on 01805 622333 or email admin@bluecoat-learn.org for an application pack or to arrange an informal conversation about the role. 

Closing date: 17th July 2025

Great Torrington Bluecoat C of E Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All posts are subject to enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory references.