Teaching Assistant 1-1 - November 2026

Wolvey CofE Primary School; England; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Wolvey CofE Primary School is seeking a proactive Teaching Assistant to support teaching staff in the development and education of pupils. You will assist with pupil care, supervision and learning activities under the direction of the class teacher.

You will help with reading, play-based learning, supporting pupils with personal care and behaviour, and help prepare resources. The role emphasises fostering independence, good communication with children and parents, and contributing to a positive

Qualifications

• Have at least GCSE/GCE in literacy and numeracy.
• Be committed to professional development and training.
• Have completed TA induction programme.
• Understand special educational needs.
• Knowledge of school rules, procedures and HASAW/Child Protection.
• Able to use technology as a learning tool (computer, video).
• Able to operate a photocopier and basic equipment.
• Good communication and listening skills.
• Able to take direction and show initiative.
• Experience of working with children (paid or unpaid) is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils’ learning as directed by the teacher, fostering independence.
• Assist with pupil care, supervision, and personal hygiene routines.
• Help with reading and play-based learning activities.
• Assist with pupil supervision at arrival, break and departure.
• Prepare and tidy equipment and resources for activities.
• Contribute to positive behaviour management and record-keeping.

Skills

Good communication and listening

Ability to take direction and show ini

Education

GCSE/GCE in literacy and numeracy

TA induction programme

NVQ level 2

Understanding of special educational needs

Tools

Photocopier

Digital camera

Computer/learning tech

Job description

BROAD DESCRIPTION:

Assists teaching staff in the development and education process of pupils and with pupil care, support and supervision.

The post receives direction from and is accountable to the teacher.

Responsibility for others:The post has some impact on the well-being of individuals or groups (ie physical, mental, social, health and safety).

Responsibility for staff:The post has limited (or no) direct responsibility for supervising other staff. It may be expected to demonstrate tasks or advise/guide new employees, work experience or trainees.

Responsibility for budget:The post has limited (or no) direct responsibility for financial resources. May be involved in occasional handling small amounts of cash, processing cheques, invoices etc.

Responsibility for physical resources:The post has limited (or no) direct responsibility for physical resources, other than the handling and careful use of equipment (eg computer / PC/ teaching materials/resources).

TYPICAL TASKS

Curriculum support:

• Support pupils’ learning as directed by the teacher, in context of fostering independence and self-esteem (eg modelling use of language appropriate to the task, facilitating discussions and interactions, encouraging pupils to reflect on their work.)

Support for pupils:

• Carry out appropriate activities as planned, either with small groups or individuals – e.g. promoting increased attention and staying on task, helping with physical difficulties whilst encouraging independence

Hear pupils read

• Support pupils in accessing the curriculum and, with young pupils, extend play based learning

• Assist pupils with personal hygiene routines


• Assist with pupil supervision – eg on arrival/leaving the class, at breaktime and lunchtime (when required)


• Accompany pupils as directed, eg out of the classroom, on visits , trips and out of school activities


• Deal with minor accidents, upsets

Support to teacher:

• Assist in the day to day management of the learning environment, eg. preparing/clearing equipment and resources, preparation of classrooms/ art areas etc and outside areas

• Display and present children’s work


• Sort and tidy cupboards


• Cleaning up


• Assist in management of pupil behaviour


• Liaise with parents, answering queries


• Participate in record keeping – eg providing information to contribute to recording pupil achievement, taking photos of pupils work


• Provide feedback about learning activities, responses to them and support provided


• Undertake routine admin and clerical support (copying, filing, collecting money etc)

EDUCATION/TRAINING AND LIKELY ABILILTIES

• Have at least GCSE/GCE/ in literacy and numeracy


• Be committed to own professional development, and be willing to undertake other appropriate training, preferably leading to national standards (NVQ level 2)


• Have completed TA induction programme


• Understand special educational needs


• Knowledge of school rules, procedures, policies


• Be aware of and understand the Authority’s regulations, eg. HASAW, Child Protection etc


• Can understand and support the curriculum


• Be able to use technology as a learning tool – eg computer, video,


• Able to operate technological equipment – e.g. photocopier, digital camera


• Have good communication and listening skills


• Able to take direction but also take initiative when required


• Have experience of working (paid or unpaid) with children of appropriate age range though no previous experience of work as a TA required


• Able to relate well to children and adults


• Can solve straightforward problems and respond to unforeseen circumstances (eg hazards, accidents etc)