Teaching Assistant
1. £24,507 - £25,535 FTE (£15,333 - £15,976 Pro Rata) - SAT B
2. Term Time
3. Start Date: February 2026
4. Close Date: Fri, 30 Jan 2026
5. Westlands School
6. £24,507 - £25,535 FTE – SAT B
7. £15,333 - £15,976 Pro Rata
8. hours per week, TTO (38 weeks)
9. Fixed Term until 31/12/2026
10. Start Date – February 2026
11. Interview Date – w/c 2nd February 2026
We have an opportunity for a caring and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Teaching Assistant, supporting our pupils in mainstream classes. We have one vacancy which will be temporary until 31st December 2026 in the first instance. It is likely that there will be the opportunity to apply for a permanent position before that date.
As a Teaching Assistant, you will be working with teachers to support teaching and learning, providing general and specific assistance to pupils and staff under the direction of the classroom teacher.
You will either work with individuals or small groups, supporting pupils to understand instructions and facilitate independent learning, helping to provide inclusion for all pupils.
The successful candidate would require:
12. Experience of working with children in a similar environment.
13. A good general education including English, Maths and Science GCSE’s;
14. Proven ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Evidence of other TA related qualifications or training, and experience of supporting those with specific learning difficulties would be an advantage.
Full details of the requirements of the post can be found in the accompanying recruitment pack.
This is an exciting opportunity to join our school. In return, we offer a stimulating, supporting, and rewarding working environment, where all staff are valued and where you will have the opportunity to access a range of excellent professional opportunities to support your progression.
We understand the importance of work-life balance and will give due consideration to requests for flexible working.
We are proud to be an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.
Join us to benefit from:
15. Local Government Pension Scheme – with a generous employer contribution
16. Enhanced Maternity Pay
17. Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC (Additional Voluntary Contribution) Scheme
18. Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive
19. Access to training and development
20. On-site Parking
21. Discounts with local and national retailers, cinemas and restaurants
22. Employee Assistance Programme – Wellbeing and advice
23. Cycle to Work scheme
Ready to join us?