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Westover Green Community School and Autism Centre is seeking a motivated and values-driven Teaching Assistant to join our team in the main school. This is an exciting opportunity to give support to children, individually, in groups or as a class (under the direction of the teacher), so they can access the curriculum, take part in learning and experience a sense of achievement.
You’ll be part of a supportive and ambitious team who are committed to helping every child reach their full potential. You’ll join colleagues who work collaboratively to create a positive, inclusive learning environment where staff and pupils thrive together.
About Westover Green Community School and Autism Centre
Westover Green in Bridgwater is a community-focused primary school committed to providing an inclusive, engaging, and high-quality education for all learners. It offers a safe and stimulating environment where children are encouraged to grow with confidence and curiosity.
Westover Green Community School is proud to be part of Futura Learning Partnership, a trust dedicated to building the brightest future for all, enabling every individual to flourish.
About You
We’re looking for someone who:
• Brings energy, commitment and creativity to their work
• Builds positive relationships and works well in a team
• Has good standard of education (5 x GCSE’s – English and Maths C or above) or equivalent qualification/experience
• Shares our belief that every child deserves the very best opportunities
Our Culture and Offer
We believe people flourish when they feel valued, supported and inspired. At Westover Green Community School and Autism Centre, you’ll find a collaborative culture, purposeful professional development and a shared commitment to wellbeing.
Eligible colleagues benefit from a fully funded Health Cash Plan, providing up to £500 each year towards everyday health costs such as dental, optical and physiotherapy appointments.
How to Apply
To apply and find out more, please click the apply button:
Closing date: 22/06/2026
Interviews: To be held shortly after
Role information:
This is as permanent part time position with up to a maximum of 31.25 hours per week term time only. There is some flexibility but the minimum working arrangement would be 3 days per week 8:45 - 3:30.
Start date: 1st September 2026
PLEASE NOTE: Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of the advertisement.
Safeguarding Statement
Futura Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Your suitability to work with children and young people will form part of the selection process. For this post, prior to appointment Futura Learning Partnership will apply for a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring check, a Children’s Barred list check, two satisfactory references, one of which must be from your existing/most recent employer and completed by a Headteacher/appropriate senior manager/HR Lead, satisfactory pre-employment health screening, online searches and for Teachers, a Prohibition Check in relation to the children’s workforce. In some settings a Declaration will be required in order to meet our obligations under the ‘Disqualification under the Childcare Act 2006.
Equal Opportunities:
At Futura Learning Partnership, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated, and everyone is treated fairly. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to supporting our staff to achieve