Teaching Assistant - Clearwell C of E Primary School

Grade Grade 5 (pts 11-14) £28,142 – £29,540 pa pro rata
Allowances (Not applicable)
This post is suitable for newly qualified teachers
Hours Part Time (30 hours)
Contract Permanent
Closing Date: 30/04/2026
Interview Date: TBA
Start Date 01/09/2026
Position: Teaching Assistant with HLTA Responsibilities
Reports to: Class Teacher/SENCO
Hours: 30 hours per week.
These will be Monday to Friday, 8.30 am to 3.15 pm
Term time only + Inset
Grade: 5 Scale 12-14
Contract: Permanent (following a successful 3-month trial period)
Start Date: September 2026 (Handover days during Term 6 would be beneficial)

We are looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant with HLTA responsibilities to work alongside the teaching staff to support the learning needs of children across the school, providing interventions and additional support when required.
This position would be suitable for an NQT

We are seeking someone who:
• Can provide support for students, particularly those with additional needs
• Can provide access to learning activities
• Has excellent skills in Numeracy and Literacy
• Can support social communication and language skills
• Can assist with the development and implementation of Individual Education/Behaviour Plans and Personal Care programmes
• Promotes and nurtures independence
• Uses their initiative to adapt activities to meet the needs of the individual
• Is proactive and flexible
• Is kind
• Is a team player with a positive approach
• Is able to liaise with pupils’ families and professionals involved
• Builds positive working relationships with children and adults alike

We can offer:
• A supportive and welcoming team
• Children who are motivated, eager to learn, well-behaved and just delightful!
• Supportive close community with strong links to the church and parish
• A commitment to professional development

Job Purpose
• To support staff with their responsibility for the care, development and education of children, including those with SEN.

Duties and responsibilities;
• To work under the guidance of teaching/senior staff and within an agreed system of supervision, to implement agreed work programmes with individuals/groups, in or out of the classroom. This could include those requiring detailed and specialist knowledge in particular areas and will involve assisting the teacher in the whole planning cycle and the management /preparation of resources.
• Staff may also supervise whole classes occasionally during the short-term absence of teachers.
• Staff will also be expected to provide support and cover for 1:1 TA, if needed, as well as provide cover for other staff during break and lunchtimes when required.
• Staff will also be required to cover playground supervision at the start of the day, as the children come onto the site.

SUPPORT FOR PUPILS
• Use specialist (curricular/learning) skills/training/experience to support pupils
• Assist with the development and implementation of MyPlans and MyPlan+ and EHCP
• Establish productive working relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and setting high expectations
• Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils within the classroom
• Support pupils consistently whilst recognising and responding to their individual needs
• Encourage pupils to interact and work co-operatively with others and engage all pupils in activities
• Promote independence and employ strategies to recognise and reward achievement of self-reliance

Application deadline is 3 pm on 30th April 2026

Interview Date: TBC

We would be delighted to show you around. 

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers. To share the same commitments. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

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