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Join Our Passionate and Supportive Team at Malmesbury C of E Primary School
Malmesbury C of E Primary School is a vibrant, two-form entry school rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted in June 2024. With a dedicated and enthusiastic team, we strive to make learning both stimulating and enjoyable, ensuring every child experiences an exciting, rewarding, and meaningful educational journey.
We are currently seeking a committed SEN Teaching Assistant (TA) to join our supportive team.
About the Role
This afternoon-based role supports several pupils in our Early Years Foundation Stage classroom. You’ll work closely with the class teacher to ensure all children receive the help they need to access learning and grow in confidence.
There may be times when you’ll be asked to support other children across the year group, especially when named pupils are absent or working independently. Flexibility and a team spirit are essential.
Why Join Us?
At Malmesbury, we are proud of the inclusive support we offer all our pupils. Our SEND provision is built on collaboration — no one supports a child alone. Every team member plays a role in ensuring our children feel seen, supported, and successful.
As Ofsted recognised in our recent inspection:
"The school is aspirational for pupils with SEND. Staff have the expertise they need to ensure these pupils benefit from adaptations across subjects. This helps pupils with SEND to progress through the curriculum successfully alongside their peers.
We’re Looking for Someone Who:
1. Is confident working 1:1, with small groups, and within the wider class context.
2. Can collaborate closely with colleagues, the SENDCo, and class teachers to develop individual learning plans and behaviour strategies.
3. Is flexible, motivated, and responsive to a wide range of learning needs.
4. Supports children's self-esteem, inclusion, and emotional development.
5. Builds positive relationships with both children and parents, demonstrating excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
6. Brings warmth, resilience, and a nurturing presence to the classroom.
In Return, We Offer:
7. A chance to work with delightful children who love to learn.
8. A welcoming and supportive team who value humour and teamwork.
9. An engaged and encouraging school community, including parents and governors.
10. Opportunities for professional development and learning.
11. Additional hours available to cover trips, absence, and other support needs.
12. A strong staff support network that prioritises wellbeing.
13. Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
14. A comprehensive staff wellbeing package.
Contract Information:
This is a temporary contract, linked to the continuation of individual pupil funding or the pupil remaining on roll. The contract will end if either condition changes.
If you’re enthusiastic about making a meaningful difference in children’s lives and want to be part of a positive, forward-thinking school, we’d love to hear from you!
Please note: we reserve the right to close vacancies early if we receive sufficient applications for a role, or if circumstances change.
Malmesbury C of E Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be subject to a full Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed. In line with safeguarding regulations, an online profile check will be conducted for shortlisted applicants.
Safeguarding Statement
Malmesbury C of E Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed. Full training in Child Protection must be undertaken before taking up post and all appointments are subject to satisfactory references.
Our academy trust believes firmly in equality of opportunity in employment. It therefore commits itself to developing policies, practices and procedures, which promote equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practices. To this end our academy is committed to ensuring that job applicants or employees receive equality of treatment. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment on the grounds of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sex or marital status, disability, sexual orientation, age, religious beliefs and practices or offending background, nor be disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.