Teaching Assistant (Fixed Term)
1. £24,507 - £25,535 FTE (£15,333 - £15,976 Pro Rata) - SAT B
2. Part Time
3. Start Date: January 2026
4. Close Date: Fri, 21 Nov 2025
5. Westlands School
6. £24,507 - £25,535 FTE – SAT B
7. £15,333 - £15,976 Pro Rata
8. hours per week, Term Time Only (38 weeks)
9. January 2026 start
10. Interview Date: w/c 24th November 2025
We have an opportunity for caring and enthusiastic individuals to join our team as a Teaching Assistant, supporting our pupils in mainstream classes. We have two vacancies which will be temporary for one year in the first instance.
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:
11. Experience of working with children in a similar environment;
12. A good general education including English, Maths and Science GCSE’s;
13. 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.
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.
Full details of the requirements of the post can be found in the accompanying recruitment pack.
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:
14. Local Government Pension Scheme – with a generous employer contribution
15. Enhanced Maternity Pay
16. Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC (Additional Voluntary Contribution) Scheme
17. Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive
18. Access to training and development
19. On-site Parking
20. Discounts with local and national retailers, cinemas and restaurants
21. Employee Assistance Programme – Wellbeing and advice
22. Cycle to Work scheme
Ready to join us?