Teaching Assistant

The Methodist Church in Britain; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health cash plan

Confidential counselling and wellbeing

Cycle to work scheme

Gym membership discounts

Professional and career development

Opportunities to connect with wider of

Trust colleagues

Job summary

Willowdown Primary School, a Thrive-accredited school within Futura Learning Partnership, requires a teaching assistant on a fixed-term maternity cover. The role is part-time and term-time only, running 8.15am to 3.15pm on weekdays, with no visa sponsorship available.

Key duties include providing tailored support to pupils, encouraging confidence, and helping children reach their potential in an inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 or above or equivalent.
• Previous teaching assistant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to pupils' learning and development.
• Encourage pupils' confidence and self-belief.
• Help children to achieve their potential across learning and development.
• Contribute to an inclusive environment where every child is valued and encouraged to thrive.

Skills

Patience

Positivity

Resilience

Calmness under pressure

Compassion

Education

GCSE English & Maths (C/4 or above)

Job description

Willowdown Primary School, a Thrive-accredited school within Futura Learning Partnership, needs a teaching assistant on a fixed-term contract covering maternity leave. The post centres on tailored support that builds pupils' confidence and helps them reach their potential across learning and development. It is part time and term time only, running 8.15am to 3.15pm on weekdays. Visa sponsorship is not available.

What the job involves

• Provide tailored support to pupils' learning and development
• Encourage pupils' confidence
• Help children to achieve their potential
• Contribute to an inclusive environment where every child is valued, supported and encouraged to thrive

Qualifications

• GCSE grade C/4 or above in English and Maths, or equivalent

Experience

• Previous teaching assistant experience

Skills & knowledge

• Patience, positivity and resilience
• Staying calm and professional when supporting pupils with a range of needs
• Compassion and commitment
• Passion for helping young people overcome barriers, build confidence and reach their full potential

Other

• Belief that every child deserves the very best opportunities

What’s offered

• Fully funded Health Cash Plan of up to £500 a year towards everyday health costs such as dental, optical and physiotherapy
• Confidential counselling and wellbeing support
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Gym membership discounts
• Professional and career development opportunities
• Opportunities to connect with colleagues across the wider trust