The role
We wish to appoint an outstanding and inspirational Teaching Assistant to work in our Key Stage 2 Designated Provision.
They will be working with children who have communication and interactive needs and will contribute to our successful and hardworking Key Stage 2 team.
We are seeking to appoint somebody who is energetic, talented and ambitious and who can inspire, challenge, motivate and support the children and their colleagues.
The contract is term time only plus inset days, initially on a fixed term basis until 31 August 2026.
We can offer you:
1. A dedicated school team
2. Friendly, well behaved children who are eager to learn
3. Positive and supportive relationships with the local community
4. A real commitment to high quality continuous professional development
5. A committed and supportive Governing Body
6. A happy, supportive and friendly staff
We are looking for someone who:
7. Is committed to raising standards for all children.
8. Has a passionate commitment to children's learning, particularly in supporting children with SEND.
9. Will work in collaboration with class teachers and the SENCO to ensure personalised learning and development for children with SEND.
10. Is able to challenge, inspire and motivate children appropriately.
11. Has high expectations of learning, behaviour and care for all children.
12. Has excellent communication skills at all levels and is a team player.
The successful applicant will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service. Further details can be found at
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment.
Key dates
Closing date: Monday 2 February 2026 at 12 noon
Shortlisting date: Monday 2 February 2026
Interview and observation: Thursday 5 February 2026
Start date: Monday 23rd February 2026
Key Info
Salary: Level 2 – Teaching Assistant: KS2 Designated Provision, WBC Grade 4 £25,183 - £25,584 (pro rata)
Hours: L2 – 28.75 hours per week with possibility of additional hours covering daily lunch duty
Contract: Term time only plus inset days 39 weeks per year, initially fixed until 31st August 2026.