We are looking for a compassionate and resilient 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join our Specialist Resource Provision (SRP) and make a profound difference in the life of a child with complex needs.
This is a uniquely rewarding opportunity to provide dedicated support that spans both academic engagement and essential personal care, ensuring the child feels safe, dignified, and ready to learn. You will be a vital anchor for this child, implementing bespoke learning plans while fostering their independence and well-being in a supportive, inclusive environment.
If you have a heart for child-centered care and the patience to celebrate every small victory, we would love to welcome you to our committed team.
We are looking for a teaching assistant who:
1. Has the ability to work with a team in a responsive and flexible manner, responding to the instruction and advice of the provision lead.
2. Can use their initiative to solve problems.
3. Can share ideas for the adjustment of learning to enable pupils to access the learning effectively.
4. Experience of supporting children with speech and communication needs
5. To build effective trusting relationships with staff, pupils, parents and external agencies.
We are able to offer the successful candidate
6. A dedicated, well-resourced learning space
7. A friendly and inclusive team who are supportive of one another and focused on well-being.
8. A warm, welcoming environment within a bigger than average Primary School,
9. Being part of an experienced and supportive team
10. Continuing professional development to move to the next stage in your career.
Please see attached job description and employee specification which you should refer to when completing your application to demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the role.
We warmly invite visits to our school to find out more about the role. Please contact the school office (01652 652155) and arrange a meeting with our Head Teacher.
Closing date: Midday Wednesday 25th February 2026. Interview: Monday 2nd March 2026
As an employer, we promote and safeguard the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect the same commitment from existing and prospective employees or volunteers. Recruitment to this post will follow our safer recruitment procedure which includes us requesting references prior to interview and a DBS check.