Teaching Assistant (1:1)

Coombe House School; Devizes; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Chirton Church of England Primary School is seeking a highly motivated Teaching Assistant (1:1) to support a named pupil. You will work with the class teacher, Inclusion Lead, and parents to tailor learning activities, reinforce instructions and monitor progress.

The role may include personal care and therapeutic exercises. We welcome candidates with experience supporting children with special educational needs.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with special educational needs is highly desirable.
• Ability to adapt activities and reinforce teacher instructions.
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to the pupil, enabling access to learning.
• Collaborate with the teacher and Inclusion Lead to implement plans.
• Help pupil stay engaged, build confidence, and develop social skills.
• Assist with personal care if required.

Skills

Patience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Commitment to safeguarding

Job description

The working hours for this role are to be confirmed. The start date for this role isas soon as possible.

Chirton C of E Primary Schoolisseekingto appoint a highly motivated and committed Teaching Assistant (1:1). As a member of staff within our Trust, you will contribute to a collaborative working environment and play a key role in supporting the learning and development of all pupils.

In this role, you will make a meaningful difference by providing dedicated support to an individual pupil, helping them access learning, build confidence, and achieve their full potential. You will work closely with the class teacher, Inclusion Lead, parents, and external professionals to deliver tailored support that meets the child's individual needs. The role involves adapting learning activities, reinforcing teacher instructions, and helping the pupil remain engaged, focused, and successful in the classroom. You will support the implementation of individual provision plans, MSPs, and EHCP outcomes where applicable, while promoting independence and positive learning behaviours. A key aspect of the role is building a trusting and supportive relationship that encourages the pupil's social, emotional, and academic development. You may also provide personal care, therapeutic support exercises, and assistance with physical needs where required. We are looking for a caring, patient, and resilient individual with excellent communication skills and a genuine passion for supporting children with diverse learning needs. Experience working with children, particularly those with special educational needs, is highly desirable. The successful candidate will be committed to safeguarding, inclusion, and working collaboratively as part of a dedicated school team. This is a rewarding opportunity to have a lasting impact on a child's educational journey while supporting their wellbeing, confidence, and success.

About EQUA Mead Learning Trust

EQUA Mead Learning Trust is a leading educational institution based in Wiltshire. Dedicated to providing high-quality education to students from diverse backgrounds. Members of staff across EQUA Mead will be committed to improving the life chances of the pupils we educate and ensure we give Every Child, Every Chance. As a growing Trust, currently educating almost 6000 pupils across 22 different schools (pre-school, primary, secondary, and sixth form) we are immensely proud of our staff and endeavour to be an employer of choice. This is an exciting time as we continue to grow the number of schools and children we support.

This role will involve contact with children, and the post holder will be engaged in regulated activity relevant to children and will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.

We will only submit a DBS application to the relevant disclosure service when a position is accepted.

Our family of like-minded schools collaborate to provide mutual support, share best practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing each school’s distinctive character. We believe all children and young people have the right to a great education and we seek to improve the life chances of all those we serve; it is our mission to give Every Child, Every Chance of success.

Across our Trust, we want our children and young people to be inspired by their learning, and to instil in them a motivation and aspiration to succeed in all they do. Our schools are highly inclusive and we are proud to have high expectations of our children and young people, encouraging and preparing them to do their very best in their learning both within the curriculum and beyond.

High quality teaching is a priority, coupled with strong nurturing support, where adults genuinely care about the wellbeing of the children and young people in their care. It’sour aim to meet the needs of each child individually and we provide the resources and staff to achieve this. Our dedicated team iscommitted to providing a wonderfully creative learning environment to fascinate every child. Aspirations for excellence underpin all that we do; our schools are highly inclusive and we are proud to have high expectations of our children and young people.

Children and young people in our schools are happy and safe, motivated to reach their full potential and equipped to become resilient, independent learners. They are prepared to live responsibly and peacefully in the spirit of understanding, and opportunities to develop their creativity, confidence and communication skills are woven into all aspects of school life.

Chirton Church of England Primary School

EQUA Mead Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our Recruitment processes follow Safer Recruitment guidance, and all interviews-regardless of role-will include questions relating to safeguarding. Our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy is available on our website and complies with the latest Keeping Children Safe in Education.

All posts involving direct contact with children are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. However, amendments to the Exception Order 1975 (2013 & 2020) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’.These are not subject to disclosure to employers and cannot be considered. Guidance and criteria on the filtering of these cautions and convictions can be found on the Ministry of Justice website .

Please note that by applying, you acknowledge that we reserve the right to view any publicly available information published online (including social media platforms) as part of our shortlisting process, in line with current KCSIE guidelines .

Key Role Information

Job type Part Time

Contract type Fixed Term

Closing 02/09/2026 11:00

Interview Interviews are scheduled to take place in early September