Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant - High needs

West Monkton CofE Primary School, part of The Oak Partnership, seeks to appoint a teaching assistant, we have 1 permanent role and one fixed-term role (maternity cover for up to a year but likely until 31st August 2025).  They are mixed roles working 1:1, with small groups and occasionally larger groups dependant on the needs of the school. Whether you’re starting your career in education or bringing valuable experience, this is your chance to be part of an exciting journey.

We seek to employ members of staff who have patience, are flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the school and pupils.

Key responsibilities include: 

• Working 1:1 and on occasions small groups of pupils with a range of specific SEND and SEMH need as required; 
• Implementing adaptations to learning identified by the class teacher and SENDCo; 
• Working closely the class teacher, Pastoral Assistant and other Teaching Assistants supporting the pupil. 
• Please refer to the job description for more information.

Experience Desirable:

• Experience in education
• Experience Supporting pupils with SEND or SEMH needs 
• Speech and Language
• ASD Trained
• ADHD

Hours of work: Full time. Term time only (38 weeks). Hours 30.42 hours a week. Hours 8:45am - 3:20pm

Positions: 1 x Permanent position and 1 x Maternity cover up to 12 months

Please note: All positions at The Oak Partnership Trust and within our schools require appropriate references and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance due to direct access to children.

Note to all applicants - The Oak Partnership Trust reserve the right to close an advertisement to applications ahead of the advertised closure date. For this reason, shortlisting may take place prior to the closing date on some occasions. With this in mind, please do not hesitate to apply early.

We interview on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged to avoid missing out on this exciting opportunity.