Teaching Assistant

Acton Church of England Primary Academy; Acton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A primary educational institution in Acton is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support children with additional needs. This role is crucial for fostering a supportive learning environment. The successful candidate should be caring, adaptable, and capable of forming strong relationships with students and teachers. The position is temporary, with an opportunity for permanence based on funding. The role offers a competitive salary based on experience and includes 32.5 hours per week during term time.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a primary school setting is preferred.
• Ability to adapt learning for individual pupil needs.
• Ability to support students with special educational needs.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support pupils with special educational needs.
• Assist in developing education and behavioral plans.
• Create a supportive learning environment.
• Encourage student engagement and interaction.

Skills

Caring and kind nature

Excellent verbal communication skills

Ability to form strong relationships

Team player

Confident yet calm manner

Understanding of inclusive practice

Job description

Acton CE Primary Academy is looking to appoint a new member of staff. The staff member would be part of a team in a class where there are children with additional needs - some time would be supporting these children specifically. We welcome applicants with any level of experience, including those looking to develop their skills within a supportive and inclusive school environment.

The role would begin as soon as possible in the Spring Term 2026 and is temporary, in the first instance, for the remainder of this academic year. Applications for the role will close on 16th January 2026. You would be welcome to view the school and speak to school staff about the role. Please email or phone the school to make an appointment. Telephone [phone] or [e-mail]

We would welcome someone with experience of working in a primary school setting and with children with specific educational needs. However, key considerations are that we appoint a person who is caring, kind and can form strong relationships with individual children. Being a team player is something that is important. Furthermore, we would like someone who can ensure a calm and positive approach, has excellent verbal communication skills and who can create stimulating and learning opportunities.

We are looking for an inspiring individual who will help provide our pupils with the support they need, the ability to adapt learning to ensure it is memorable and engaging.

Key strengths

• confident yet calm and patient manner
• the ability to work as part of a team
• work closely and productively with the class teacher
• be positive, flexible and encouraging
• have high expectations
• ability to form positive, professional relationships with parents
• understanding inclusive practice to meet the needs of pupils
• sense of humour and kindness

Teaching Assistant

This teaching assistant role is an excellent opportunity to make a real difference in our children's education, drawing on your commitment to developing pupil learning ability and knowledge accessibility. Working closely with class teachers you will be helping pupils to expand their knowledge and play a positive role in school life. You will utilise your knowledge, communication skills and creativity to help pupils understand the information presented.

Your duties as a teaching assistant will include

• Supervise and provide learning support for pupils with special educational needs.
• Assist with the development of individual education and behavioural plans setting challenging expectations for pupils to achieve learning goals.
• Establish trusting relationships with pupils and interact with them according to individual needs and personalities.
• Encourage pupils to interact with the class and engage in activities.
• Provide feedback to pupils and teachers on pupil's achievement, progress and any problems that arise.
• Create and maintain an orderly and supportive environment, undertaking administrative tasks as needed.
• Promote good pupil conduct encouraging pupils to take responsibility for their behaviour.
• Support the use of technology in learning and develop pupils' competence and independence in its use.
• Prepare resources required for learning activities and assist pupils in their use.
• Uphold policies and procedures relating to child protection, safeguarding and data protection.

Acton CE Primary Academy places the highest priority on safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants for all posts will be subject to stringent vetting and induction processes. The holder of this post will be required to work with children under the age of 18 in a position of trust, and is, therefore, exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The successful candidate will be subject to the relevant checks and enhanced DBS.

Candidates will be required to present proof of identify and two references prior to interview.

Rate of pay: competitive and based upon experience.

Hours: 32.5 hours, term time only.

Contract: temporary, in the first instance, but may become permanent for the right candidate. The role is dependent upon funding.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Thank you for your interest.

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