Teaching Assistant 1-1 - November 2026

Teaching Vacancies; Hinckley; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing package

Inclusive Christian ethos

Supportive staff

Village school environment

Extensive resources

Job summary

Teaching Vacancies is seeking a compassionate Learning Support Assistant for Wolvey CofE Primary School. You will provide 1:1 support for a child with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) in class and in our base, helping the child access the curriculum and build positive relationships.

The role requires patience, good communication and listening skills, and a commitment to safeguarding. Training and induction will prepare you to work with pupils of different ages within a welcoming,

Qualifications

• GCSE/GCE in literacy and numeracy
• Be committed to own professional development and undertake training (NVQ level 2 or equivalent)
• Have completed TA induction programme
• Understand special educational needs and school policies
• Able to use technology as a learning tool (computer, video)
• Able to operate photocopier and other classroom equipment

Responsibilities

• Support pupils’ learning as directed by the teacher and foster independence.
• Assist with pupil supervision during arrivals, breaks, and visits.
• Support pupils with personal hygiene routines as appropriate.
• Help with classroom preparation and tidying supplies.
• Aid in recording pupil progress and contributing to learning activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Listening skills

Initiative

Teamwork

SEN awareness

Education

GCSE/GCE in literacy and numeracy

TA induction programme

HASAW & Child Protection awareness

NVQ level 2

Tools

Photocopier

Digital camera

IT equipment operation

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

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

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)

What the school offers its staff

Wolvey CofE Primary School is a diverse, caring Christian community within which the individuality and culture of each child is valued and celebrated. ‘…Among us you are all equal…’ (Galatians 3:28, MSG). Our learning journey is an inclusive experience, and the relationships between children, staff, and the wider community are integral to enabling children to thrive and enjoy their school experience.

Kindness, friendship, and inclusion are at the heart of everything we do. We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to provide 1:1 support for a child with an Education, Health, and Care Plan (EHCP) within both the classroom and our specialised base. This role is essential in ensuring the child is fully included in school life, has access to the curriculum, and develops positive relationships with their peers.

We can offer you:

• A comprehensive wellbeing package (including counselling and 24-hour GP access)
• An extremely happy and caring school with an inclusive Christian ethos.
• A friendly, supportive staff team and governing body.
• A village school with enthusiastic and very polite, well behaved children who love learning.
• Excellent resources and extensive grounds.
• A unified, passionate and driven Senior Leadership Team.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable  adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follow the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification  Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children  You must tell you about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or w...