Teaching Assistant (Complex Needs Resource Base)

Wansdyke School; Swindon; On-site; GBP 2,900 - 4,300; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & progression

Acorn Education Trust support

Induction program

Job summary

Wansdyke School in Devizes, Wiltshire, is seeking a caring Teaching Assistant to support pupils in the Complex Needs Resource Base. The role is part-time, term-time only, starting November 2026, fixed term to 21 July 2027. You will work across ages 4–11 and assist with SEND learners, with intimate care as required.

The successful candidate will bring a patient, flexible approach, good communication, and teamwork, with training opportunities offered.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with additional needs (SEND) is advantageous.
• Able to work across all age ranges in a primary setting.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Committed to child welfare and safety, including intimate care.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in the Complex Needs Resource Base.
• Assist with learning activities across ages 4–11.
• Provide intimate care as required.
• Collaborate with staff and parents to track progress.

Skills

SEND experience

Interpersonal skills

Flexible attitude

First Aid

Team player

Job description

Wansdyke School is looking for a caring and motivated Teaching Assistant to provide support to pupils in its Complex Needs Resource Base , starting November 2026.This is a wonderful opportunity to join our dedicated school, which aims to encourage all children to succeed and achieve their fullest potential.

Working Hours: Part-time (6.17 hours per week, Fridays, 38 weeks per year, term-time only). Contract: Fixed term (until 21st July 2027). Required: November 2026.

We are a vibrant non-denominational single form entry primary school, educating children between the ages of 4 and 11. Located in the market town of Devizes, Wiltshire, we are proud to have very incredible children, who show exceptional behaviour and attitude to learning. We have a supportive parent body and a 28 place Complex Needs Resource Base, which supports children with additional needs from across the county. Our passionate staff are committed to raising standards and achieving excellence and, in 2021, we retained our 'Good' Ofsted rating and were praised for providing a purposeful and engaging curriculum, which allows pupils to flourish personally and academically. We are part of Acorn Education Trust, which provides exciting opportunities to improve local education and draw on collective experience.

As a Teaching Assistant, you must be able to work across all age ranges and be prepared to work flexibly to support children of all abilities, including those requiring SEND support, so SEND experience is advantageous. You will work with other staff within our Complex Needs Resource Base to help pupils progress in their learning and will make a real difference to their school lives. Intimate care will be required for the role.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a passion for delivering high quality and exciting opportunities for children and supporting them in their development;
• Has strong interpersonal and communication skills and is able to work with a variety of pupils, staff and parents;
• Has superb attention to detail and organisational skills;
• Is self-motivated dedicated and consistent;
• Has the ability to deal with new challenging situations;
• Is a strong team player, who can use their own initiative;
• Has a positive and flexible attitude;
• Has experience of supporting children’s learning;
• Understands and is sympathetic to the needs of young people, including their social and emotional wellbeing;
• Has a current First Aid or is prepared to undertake training;
• Has experience working with children with SEND (advantageous).

We can offer the successful candidate:

• An ambitious and vibrant place to work, with enthusiastic children and staff who are passionate about learning;
• A workplace where everyone feels valued and supported;
• Opportunities for training and progression;
• The support of Acorn Education Trust, with excellent opportunities to work with experienced colleagues;
• A supportive and clearly defined induction procedure.

For information about this role

including a full Job Description and Person Specification, please read our Applicant Information Pack. If you have any additional questions, please contact our school admin office on: 01380-725 234

Closing Date: Wednesday 14th October 2026 at 12pm

Interview Date: w/c Monday 19th October 2026

Please note: while the closing date for applications has been set, we reserve the right to interview and appoint a suitable candidate upon receipt of an exceptional application. Therefore, we would encourage prompt application for this position.