Senior Teaching Assistant - KS1 & SEN Support (Full-Time)

Westmorland & Furness Council; England; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Newbarns Primary & Nursery School is seeking a Senior Teaching Assistant to join our KS1 team, under the guidance of the SENCO. The role supports pupils in a Primary School setting and requires a relevant Level 2 qualification. DBS, references and a health check will be required.

The position is a temporary, full-time appointment from as soon as possible until 31 August 2026, with a 30.40 hour week (8:40am–3:15pm, Mon–Fri). Visits to the school are encouraged prior to applying.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children in a Primary School setting.
• Flexible and highly motivated, with excellent communication skills and able to work as part of a team.
• Experience in supporting children with SEN would be an advantage.
• Recent KS2 experience would also be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of the KS1 team under the guidance of the SENCO.
• Assist in KS1 classroom activities and support pupils with SEN where appropriate.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Flexible

Education

QCF Level 2

Job description

Newbarns Primary & Nursery School is seeking a Senior Teaching Assistant to join our KS1 team, under the guidance of the SENCO. The role supports pupils in a Primary School setting and requires a relevant Level 2 qualification. DBS, references and a health check will be required.

The position is a temporary, full-time appointment from as soon as possible until 31 August 2026, with a 30.40 hour week (8:40am–3:15pm, Mon–Fri). Visits to the school are encouraged prior to applying.