Inclusion Base: Teaching Assistant & Family Support

West Hill Primary School; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

West Hill Primary School in Greater London is seeking a compassionate and proactive individual to join the Inclusion Base. The role combines direct pupil support with family engagement and pastoral duties, helping children overcome barriers to learning and develop emotional wellbeing.

The post involves 3 days of teaching assistant duties and 2 days of family support work, contributing to a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment where every child can thrive and make progress across academic,

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and families, ideally in SEMH/SEND settings.
• Ability to build strong relationships with children, families and staff.
• Understanding that behaviour expresses feelings and responding with empathy and consistency.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEMH and SEND to access learning and regulate emotions.
• Build relationships with children, families and staff to support wellbeing.
• Provide targeted pastoral and learning interventions.
• Act as a link between home and school to engage families.
• Collaborate with teachers and external agencies to remove barriers to learning.

Skills

Child engagement

Empathy

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

West Hill Primary School in Greater London is seeking a compassionate and proactive individual to join the Inclusion Base. The role combines direct pupil support with family engagement and pastoral duties, helping children overcome barriers to learning and develop emotional wellbeing.

The post involves 3 days of teaching assistant duties and 2 days of family support work, contributing to a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment where every child can thrive and make progress across academic,