Teaching Assistant

Essex; Halstead; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Hedingham School in Halstead, Essex is seeking a caring Teaching Assistant to join our team on a part-time, permanent basis.

The role supports students across Key Stages 3–5 in classrooms, small groups and 1:1, with a focus on Maths and English and SEN inclusion.

Prior TA experience is preferred, but training will be provided; a professional approach is essential and safeguarding checks will apply.

Qualifications

• Good Maths and English GCSE results desired.
• Previous TA experience preferred but training will be given if necessary.
• A professional approach is essential.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students to learn effectively in groups and individually.
• Establishing positive relationships with students.
• Championing inclusion of students with SEN.
• Promoting students' self-esteem and independence.
• Supporting and implementing strategies from EHCPs and One Plans.
• Liaising with staff and providing feedback on student progress.
• Providing oversight and continuity for students with SEN within the link subject.
• Working with Heads of Year Groups and Subject Leaders as needed.
• Providing information on progress of identified students.

Skills

Maths GCSE

English GCSE

IT skills

Maths skills

Science skills

Job description

Position Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Part‑time
Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 31/08/2026 Midnight
Date of Interviews: Early September

We are looking to appoint a caring considerate, enthusiastic, well‑motivated Teaching Assistant to join our talented team. Good Maths and English GCSE results desired. Previous TA experience preferred but training will be given if necessary. A professional approach is essential.

May be of interest to someone considering a career in teaching or with strong IT, maths or science skills.

The role will involve working with a range of students in Key Stages 3, 4 and 5 in the classroom, small groups and 1:1 in a variety of subject areas.

Key Tasks

Support Students

• Helping students to learn as effectively as possible both in group situations and individually.
• Establishing a positive working relationship with students.
• Championing the inclusion of students with special needs.
• Promoting the students' self esteem.
• Encouraging independence and self reliance in the students.
• Support and implement the strategies outlined on the students' EHCP's and One Plans.

Support Teachers

• Liaising with staff where possible.
• Providing feedback to staff on successes and difficulties students may be experiencing.

Support Subject Teams

• Providing oversight and continuity for those students with SEN within the link subject.
• Liaising with Heads of Year Groups and Subject Leaders as necessary.

Support the SENCO

• Providing information on the progress of identified students.
• To oversee the gathering of information on the named students with statements.

Professional Development

• Contributing fully to the performance management arrangements.
• Identifying personal professional needs within the context of the role held.
• Sharing and contributing insights and expertise in staff meetings and with the line manager.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

Paul Finch
Yeldham Road
Sible Hedingham, Halstead
Essex, CO9 3QH

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