KS2 Teaching Assistant

eTeach UK Limited; West of England; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Little Mead is a primary school seeking a part-time classroom practitioner to deliver high-quality interventions, support pupils with SEN, and uphold the school's values.

Fixed term until 31 August 2027, 32.5 hours per week, 8:30-3:30, salary £26,016 FTE (£19,984.39 actual). This post requires fluency in spoken English, with confident communication for extended conversations.

Qualifications

• Highly organised classroom practitioner delivering high-quality interventions.
• Able to work with effective teachers and adapt when needed.
• Advocate for children with special educational needs.
• Highest expectations of pupil achievement and behaviour.
• Team player who understands how to get best out of self and others.
• Motivate and support the school's vision and values.
• Keen to develop professional expertise.
• Creative, flexible and enjoys working with supportive parents and community.

Job description

Grade: N4 £26,016 FTE (£19,984.39 Actual Salary) Contract: Part Time 32.5 Hours a week / Fixed term until 31 August 2027 Hours: 8:30-3:30 Monday to Friday Little Mead is a “joyful and vibrant place” where “pupils play, learn and laugh together happily (Ofsted 2026).” We are a primary school with the highest aspirations for every child. Our school, which includes a thriving Nursery, caters for all children from rising 3 to 11 years old. Compassion, empathy and a sense of belonging lie at the heart of our school and we are highly committed to working with families and the wider community to provide the best possible education. With a superb site featuring a playing field, forest school, spacious playgrounds, drama and PE halls and a superbly equipped EYFS, we are proud to offer our students a rich and broad experience. Our team work tirelessly to create an inclusive environment where there are high expectations for all and where children are taught to be 'on TRACK.’ We are proud to be part of Amplify Education where you will find plentiful opportunities for collaborative working on exciting and innovative initiatives.

We are looking for someone who:

• is a highly organised and effective classroom practitioner, who understands and can deliver consistently high-quality interventions
• can work well alongside effective teachers, with flexibility to adapt when needed
• can adapt and advocate effectively for children with special educational needs
• has the highest expectations of pupil achievement and behaviour
• can work effectively as part of a team; understanding how to get the best out of themselves and others
• can motivate and inspire, supporting and promoting the vision and values of the school
• is keen to develop professional expertise
• is creative, flexible and has a sense of humourenjoys working with supportive parents, experienced colleagues and the wider community

We offer:

• Enhanced CPD, including access to professional networks across the Trust
• Paid induction and training suited to the role
• Confidential access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• Free parking
• Use of the Cycle Scheme
• Paid completion of a DBS check
• Free eye tests (where the employee is desk-based)
• Where eligible, automatic enrolment to the relevant pension scheme
• Honouring of continuous service earned in the Local Authority

This role has been identified as falling within the definition of requiring fluency in spoken English. You will be required to speak English with confidence and be able to conduct a conversation and answer questions for extended periods of time.