Teaching Assistant

Ruishton Church of England School; Taunton; On-site; GBP 12,398,000 - 16,531,000; Part time

Job summary

Ruishton CofE Primary School, part of The Oak Partnership Trust, is recruiting a Part Time Teaching Assistant. The role involves 1:1 support for pupils with SEND, contributing to small group activities and assisting the class teacher.

We are seeking a patient, passionate team player with good communication and a commitment to safeguarding. Hours are 18.25 per week, term-time only, 8:45am to 3:20pm, three days a week.

Qualifications

• Experience working with pupils with SEND.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.
• Patient, empathetic and passionate about helping children.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to pupils with a range of SEND needs as required.
• Help deliver activities and learning, including reading and writing, with small groups under the supervision of the class teacher.
• Implement adaptations to learning as identified by the class teacher and SENDCo.
• Work as part of the staff team to support teaching provision and pupil learning.
• Provide objective feedback to pupils to extend their learning.
• Support and supervise pupils at break and lunchtimes.

Skills

1:1 support experience

SEND experience

Good communication

Team working

Job description

We are recruiting for a Teaching Assistant to join our team!

Ruishton CofE Primary School, part of The Oak Partnership Trust, seeks to appoint a Part Time teaching assistant. We seek to employ a member of staff who is flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the school and the pupils. We are looking for someone who is passionate, patient, empathetic and who has a passion working with children to help and nurture their educational journey.

Key responsibilities include:

• Working 1:1 with pupils with a range of specific SEND needs as required
• Work to provide activities and learning such as reading, writing with small groups of pupils under the supervision of the class teacher
• Implementing adaptations to learning identified by the class teacher and SENDCo
• Work as part of the staff team to support teaching provision and pupil's learning
• Provide objective and accurate feedback to the pupil/s, helping them to extend their learning
• Support and supervise pupils at break and lunchtimes

Experience Desirable:

• Experience in education
• Experience Supporting pupils with SEND needs
• Excellent communication skills and working well as part of a team
• Experience with medical support for children in school

Hours of work: Part time. Term time only. 18.25 hours a week. 8.45am-3.20pm 3 days per week

Closing date:16th November 2026

Interview date:To Be Confirmed

Start Date: ASAP

Safeguarding statement:

The Oak Partnership Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All positions at The Oak Partnership Trust and within our schools require appropriate references and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance.

Please see our Recruitment, Selection and Ex-Offenders Policy for more information.

Note:

We are also committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

The Oak Partnership Trust reserves the right to close an advertisement to applications ahead of the advertised closure date. Shortlisting and interviews may therefore take place prior to the closing date, so we encourage early applications.