Primary Teaching Assistant — Inspire Learning & Inclusion

Milton Park Primary; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Walliscote Primary School in Weston-Super-Mare is seeking a capable Teaching Assistant to support learning across year groups during term time. This permanent role is 30 hours per week, from 8.30am to 3.30pm with a 15‑minute break and a 45‑minute lunch, starting 2 November 2026.

The ideal candidate will hold an NVQ/VRQ Level 3 TA qualification and have some knowledge of SEND/ALN, including emotional needs of children with autism, ADHD and attachment issues.

Qualifications

• NVQ/VRQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification.
• Knowledge of SEND/ALN and supporting pupils with diverse needs.
• Understanding of emotional needs of children with autism, ADHD and attachment issues.

Responsibilities

• Setting up equipment and preparing the classroom for lessons, tidying up and helping with displays.
• Providing support to pupils who need extra help, including one-to-one and small group work.
• Delivering targeted interventions to help pupils make rapid progress.
• Assisting the teacher with marking and record-keeping.
• Covering the class during teacher absence (planned and reactive).
• Supporting pupils’ pastoral needs and assisting with school trips and events.

Education

NVQ/VRQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification

SEND/ALN knowledge

Understanding of autism/ADHD/attachment issues

Job description

Walliscote Primary School in Weston-Super-Mare is seeking a capable Teaching Assistant to support learning across year groups during term time. This permanent role is 30 hours per week, from 8.30am to 3.30pm with a 15‑minute break and a 45‑minute lunch, starting 2 November 2026.

The ideal candidate will hold an NVQ/VRQ Level 3 TA qualification and have some knowledge of SEND/ALN, including emotional needs of children with autism, ADHD and attachment issues.