Primary Teaching Assistant L2 — SEND & Wellbeing Support

Teaching Vacancies; Ferring; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Westleigh St Paul's Primary School invites a motivated Teaching Assistant to join our friendly team in January 2027. This temporary position supports children's learning, development and wellbeing in a vibrant primary setting.

You will work closely with class teachers, assisting with lessons, supporting pupils including those with SEND, and helping create a safe, inclusive environment that enables all children to reach their full potential.

Qualifications

• Have experience working with children in a school or similar setting.
• Be patient, positive and supportive.
• Have good communication and teamwork skills.
• Be adaptable and able to meet the needs of different learners.
• Have experience working with children with SEND.
• Demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.
• Hold a relevant qualification (e.g. Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant)

Responsibilities

• Support the learning and development of pupils across the primary age range.
• Work with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning and support SEND needs.
• Assist the teacher in preparing and delivering engaging lessons.
• Promote positive behaviour and inclusive practice.
• Support pupils’ social and emotional wellbeing.
• Help to create a safe, stimulating and supportive learning environment.
• Provide feedback to teachers on pupil progress.

Skills

Experience with children

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptable

SEND experience

Safeguarding

Education

Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant

Job description

Westleigh St Paul's Primary School invites a motivated Teaching Assistant to join our friendly team in January 2027. This temporary position supports children's learning, development and wellbeing in a vibrant primary setting.

You will work closely with class teachers, assisting with lessons, supporting pupils including those with SEND, and helping create a safe, inclusive environment that enables all children to reach their full potential.