Nurture Base Teaching Assistant - SEND Support

Willowbrook Primary; Trowbridge; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Willowbrook Primary in Trowbridge, Wiltshire, is seeking a caring Teaching Assistant to support pupils in our Link 2 nurture base. This role focuses on children with social and emotional needs and/or ASD to access the curriculum and progress in their learning.

The post is part-time (25 hours per week, 38 weeks per year), requires GCSE English and Maths at grade C, and offers training opportunities with a supportive induction. November 2026 start; closing date 2 October 2026.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at grade C or equivalent.
• Ability to work independently and with staff to support learning.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with pupils, staff and parents.
• Self-motivated, dedicated and consistent.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in learning activities within the Link 2 nurture base.
• Assist with meeting pupils' emotional and social needs to help access the curriculum.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to plan and deliver targeted activities.

Education

GCSE English and Maths

Job description

Willowbrook Primary in Trowbridge, Wiltshire, is seeking a caring Teaching Assistant to support pupils in our Link 2 nurture base. This role focuses on children with social and emotional needs and/or ASD to access the curriculum and progress in their learning.

The post is part-time (25 hours per week, 38 weeks per year), requires GCSE English and Maths at grade C, and offers training opportunities with a supportive induction. November 2026 start; closing date 2 October 2026.