Teaching Assistant at Dallow Primary School

Dallow Primary School; Luton; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

A comprehensive induction programme

CPD and development opportunities

Refer a friend scheme

Generous pension schemes

Employee assistance programme

Employee of the month scheme

Diverse workplace

Job summary

Dallow Primary School in Luton is seeking a part-time Teaching Assistant for term-time hours (Mon-Fri 8:45am-3:30pm). The salary is £18,376.77 actual, with 30 hours per week.

The role focuses on supporting pupils with SEND and contributing to planning, assessments, and safeguarding in a welcoming school with a strong Ofsted background. The post requires flexibility, a positive attitude, and teamwork with initiative.

Qualifications

• Supports teaching and learning of individuals or groups with SEND.
• Contributes to planning and assessment of SEND pupils.
• Knowledge and/or experience of supporting children with high level SEND/SEMH needs.

Responsibilities

• Be flexible in a busy, pressurised environment.
• Has a positive attitude.
• A team player, but can also use their own initiative.

Job description

About this Role

Dallow Primary School is a warm and welcoming school with 630 pupils on role and three classes in each year group. It received a Good rating from Ofsted in May 2023, with the report stating that \"Pupils like attending this friendly and happy school. They are confident, polite and welcoming to visitors. They are kind and considerate of each other. This means that pupils feel happy and safe\".

Located in the vicinity of the M1, A5 link roads and the L&D hospital, the school has a diverse pupil population, with students from all different religions, cultures, and language backgrounds. The school considers this diversity to be a valuable asset.

The school's goal is to make learning enjoyable and engaging. We strive to provide all our students with the tools and resources they need to succeed, and we hold high expectations for each and every one of them to become lifelong learners.

Teaching Assistant

Location: Dallow Road, Luton, LU1 1LZ

Contract Type: Term Time

Hours of work: 30 Hours - Part Time

Mon - Fri - 8:45am - 3:30pm

Salary: L3 - £18,376.77 (Actual)

Closing date: Sunday 1st November 2026, 9am

Over view of the job

• Support the teaching and learning of individuals or groups of pupils with Special Educational Needs.


• Contribute to the planning and assessment of SEND pupils.


• Knowledge and/ or experience of supporting children with high level SEND/ SEMH needs.

We're looking for someone to:

• Be flexible in a busy, pressurised environment.


• Has a positive attitude.


• A team player, but can also use their own initiative.

Purpose of the post

If you have an unwavering commitment to safeguarding young people, high levels of personal resilience and thrive in an environment where no two days are the same, then we want to hear from you.

Full training, support and induction will be provided.

In line with our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, this appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

We are unable to accept CVs

We thank you for your interest in this role.

For further information, please contact Jade Kirkpatrick, HR Administrator on: 01582616601

We offer a range of employee benefits:

• A comprehensive induction programme and a supportive working environment including access to Teaching School Hubs and Initial Teacher Training


• Exceptional CPD and development / promotional opportunities


• Refer a friend scheme


• Generous pension schemes


• Employee assistance programme


• Employee of the month scheme


• Diverse workplace

The closing date for applications is Sunday 1st November, 9am.

We reserve the right to close this advert early.

Interviews will take place shortly after closing date.

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