Teaching Assistant (G4) SEN Support (Apprenticeship possibility) at Wheelock Primary School

Wheelock Primary School; Sandbach; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Wheelock Primary School is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant team and support a child on a 1:1 basis, while also assisting small groups in and out of the classroom under the guidance of the class teacher.

The role offers 31.25 hours per week during term time (39 weeks per year) with a salary of £18,644 (actual). This temporary position is linked to SEN funding, with an Apprenticeship option for eligible candidates.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children, ideally including those with SEND.
• A nurturing, inclusive approach and a genuine desire to help every child thrive.
• Strong organisational skills, flexibility and high expectations for achievement and behaviour.

Responsibilities

• You will primarily support a child on a 1:1 basis, while also working with small groups inside and outside the classroom under the guidance of the class teacher.

Skills

Experience with children

SEND experience

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Job description

About this Role

Join Our Team as a Teaching Assistant at Wheelock PrimarySchool!

Are you passionate about making a real difference inchildren's lives? Do you have a positive, enthusiastic attitude and acommitment to helping every child succeed? If so, we'd love to hear from you!

We are seeking a dedicated and caring Teaching Assistantto join our vibrant team at Wheelock Primary School, part of theLearning Partnership Multi Academy Trust. This is a fantastic opportunity towork in a forward-thinking school that values collaboration, creativity, andprofessional growth.

About the Role

• Position: Teaching Assistant
• Hours: 31.25 per week (Monday-Friday, 8:30am start)
• Weeks: Term time only (39 weeks per year)
• Salary: £18,644 (actual)(Apprenticeship will differ)
• Contract: Temporary, linked to SEN funding (until 31st August 2027, reviewed prior to this date)(Apprenticeship will differ)

You will primarily support a child on a 1:1 basis,while also working with small groups inside and outside the classroom under theguidance of the class teacher.

What We're Looking For

• Experience working with children, ideally including those with SEND
• A nurturing, inclusive approach and a genuine desire to help every child thrive
• Strong organisational skills, flexibility, and high expectations for achievement and behaviour
• Excellent communication skills and evidence of ongoing professional development

Why Join Us?

At Wheelock Primary School, you'll find:

• A welcoming, supportive team of enthusiastic staff
• Curious, motivated children who love to learn
• Access to staff benefits and an Employee Assistance Programme
• Opportunities for peer learning and professional development through our Multi Academy Trust

Safeguarding

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and stringentsafeguarding procedures.

Apprentice Opportunity

At Wheelock Primary School, we recognise that the right candidate is not always the one with the most experience or qualifications. If you can demonstrate the enthusiasm, commitment, and potential to make a positive difference to children's learning, but do not yet hold the required qualifications, we may be able to offer a Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship through an approved training provider.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a supportive school environment while working towards a recognised qualification and developing a rewarding career in education.

Key Dates

• Closing date: 2nd October 2026
• Interviews: 6th October 2026
• Start date: ASAP

Safeguarding

The Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake all necessary pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and online searches in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.

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

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide details of all unspent convictions and those that would not be filtered, prior to the date of the interview. You may be asked for further information about your criminal history during the recruitment process. If your application is successful, this self-disclosure information will be checked against information from the Disclosure & Barring Service before your appointment is confirmed.

The Learning Partnership is committed to the promotion of equality of opportunity and the elimination of discrimination; all applicants should note that they will be considered on the basis of suitability regardless of disability, gender, race, religion, age, sexual orientation and marital status or any other discrimination which is unfair or unreasonable.

We particularly welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates and candidates with disabilities because we would like to increase the representation of these groups at The Learning Partnership. We want to do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater outcomes for children. We are proud .... etc "We are proud ....". We are proud to be an employer that holds Disability Committed and Menopause Friendly status.

The Trust is 'happy to talk flexible working'. Flexible working increases workplace diversity by making roles accessible to those with caring responsibilities (primarily women),