About the role
Advert Description for TIH116307FA
Pound Avenue
Stevenage
Hertfordshire
SG1 3JA
01438 351053
www.fairlands.herts.sch.uk
Part time
Teaching Assistant SEND
Salary range: between 16811 and 16811
Pay details: H2
Start date: Oct 2026
Spark Young Minds! Join Our Vibrant Team (Teaching Assistant)Do you have a passion for helping children from all backgrounds to reach their full potential? Due to an increasing need, we are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our team, on a fixed term basis. In this rewarding role, you'll play a vital part in creating a stimulating and supportive environment where our learners can develop the joy of learning. This role will support a child or children with SEND in the first instance.
Why You'll Love Working Here:
Make a Difference: You'll directly impact the lives of our children, fostering their curiosity and love of learning.
Supportive Team: Become part of a friendly, collaborative team who share your passion for education.
Nurturing Environment: Our diverse and inclusive upper site provides a safe space where every child feels valued and supported.
Growth & Development: Opportunities for training and professional development are available.
What You'll Bring:
A genuine love for working with children (experience a plus!)
Creativity and a knack for making learning fun!
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Patience and a positive attitude
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare
About the Role:
Term-time only contract
Fixed term contract, initially to July 2027
3 days a week, Monday, Tuesday and Friday
Hours: Either 8.45am - 3.15pm or 8.30am - 3pm (with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break)
The role will include: some one-to-one and small group intervention work, some classroom support and some break and lunch time cover.
We reserve the right to interview sooner than the advertised date, for the right candidate. We celebrate diversity and want all members of our school community to feel included, supported, seen, and heard. We understand and acknowledge that discrimination and inequality are prevalent in society, and we work proactively to ensure that any discrimination or inequality is challenged within the school community. We expect all employees to share our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and we will explore this with candidates during the interview process. he Claxton Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and all posts are subject to a satisfactory DBS check, medical clearance, and satisfactory references. Online searches will be undertaken prior to interview.
We shortlist based on the person specification, so please ensure your personal statement demonstrates your skills and experience relevant to the person specification
Why work at Fairlands? If you are passionate and dedicated about making a difference in children's lives, and are looking to work as part of a collaborative, and supportive team, then we encourage you to apply for a role at Fairlands. We are a large, inclusive and well resourced school with a strong commitment to equalities, diversity, and inclusion. We are also firmly committed to reducing staff workload and enhancing staff wellbeing. At Fairlands, we are FAIR – Fairlands Achieves, Includes, Respects.
This vision shapes everything we do. It reflects our determination to ensure that all pupils are known, valued and supported to reach their potential. Our November 2025 Ofsted inspection recognised this vision in practice. Inspectors judged the school to be strong in five areas, including inclusion. They noted our “highly inclusive culture” where “every pupil is known, valued and supported”. They also highlighted that staff “never give up on a child” and that leaders “remove all kinds of barriers to pupils’ education”.
What makes Fairlands different?
With three forms of entry and nearly 700 pupils, Fairlands offers strong opportunities for career progression and collaboration. Many colleagues have developed from support roles into teaching and leadership, supported by ongoing professional development.
A meaningful place to work
We serve higher‑than‑average numbers of pupil premium children, and staff choose Fairlands because they know they are making a real difference. Additional funding enables more classroom support, giving teachers more time to focus on high‑quality teaching.
Strong SEND provision
We have a higher proportion of children with SEND and a well‑resourced team to support them, including additional trained adults and a non‑class‑based Assistant Headteacher & SENCO who works across the school.
Calm, safe and well‑managed behaviour
Visitors immediately notice our calm, orderly environment. A consistent behaviour policy and well-trained staff ensure children can learn without distraction.
A deeply inclusive culture
As a ‘No Outsiders’ school, we are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We actively foster respect for all protected characteristics and expect all staff to share this commitment.
A focus on workload and wellbeing
We work hard to reduce unnecessary workload through strong support staffing, reduced paperwork, flexible working where possible, and protected PPA—on site or from home. We support wellbeing through clear leadership, open communication, confidential support services, and regular social events.
Fairlands is a great place to begin your career, continue to progress, or return to teaching. We would love to show you around.
Part of The Claxton Trust
For more information and to apply online : www.teachinherts.com
Closing date: 27/09/2026 17:00:00
Interview date: TBC
Why work at Fairlands?
If you are passionate and dedicated about making a difference in children's lives, and are looking to work as part of a collaborative, and supportive team, then we encourage you to apply for a role at Fairlands. We are a large, inclusive and well resourced school with a strong commitment to equalities, diversity, and inclusion. We are also firmly committed to reducing staff workload and enhancing staff wellbeing.At Fairlands, we are FAIR – Fairlands Achieves, Includes, Respects.
This vision shapes everything we do. It reflects our determination to ensure that all pupils are known, valued and supported to reach their potential.Our November 2025 Ofsted inspection recognised this vision in practice. Inspectors judged the school to be strong in five areas, including inclusion. They noted our “highly inclusive culture” where “every pupil is known, valued and supported”. They also highlighted that staff “never give up on a child” and that leaders “remove all kinds of barriers to pupils’ education”.
What makes Fairlands different?
With three forms of entry and nearly 700 pupils, Fairlands offers strong opportunities for career progression and collaboration. Many colleagues have developed from support roles into teaching and leadership, supported by ongoing professional development.
A meaningful place to work
We serve higher‑than‑average numbers of pupil premium children, and staff choose Fairlands because they know they are making a real difference. Additional funding enables more classroom support, giving teachers more time to focus on high‑quality teaching.
Strong SEND provision
We have a higher proportion of children with SEND and a well‑resourced team to support them, including additional trained adults and a non‑class‑based Assistant Headteacher & SENCO who works across the school.
Calm, safe and well‑managed behaviour
Visitors immediately notice our calm, orderly environment. A consistent behaviour policy and well-trained staff ensure children can learn without distraction.
A deeply inclusive culture
As a ‘No Outsiders’ school, we are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We actively foster respect for all protected characteristics and expect all staff to share this commitment.
A focus on workload and wellbeing
We work hard to reduce unnecessary workload through strong support staffing, reduced paperwork, flexible working where possible, and protected PPA—on site or from home. We support wellbeing through clear leadership, open communication, confidential support services, and regular social events.
Fairlands is a great place to begin your career, continue to progress, or return to teaching. We would love to show you around.
Part of The Claxton Trust
For more information and to apply online : www.teachinherts.com
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