Teaching Assistant II - Winchelsea School

BCP Council; England; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Winchelsea School in Poole, United Kingdom, is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant II to join our team. The role is 32.5 hours per week, term-time only, with a permanent contract. The pro rata salary ranges from £22,518 to £24,833, depending on hours and weeks worked, and reflects SCP 12-18 pay band.

You will work closely with teaching staff to support pupils with learning difficulties, including autism, contributing to inclusive learning and student progress.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with learning difficulties such as autism is advantageous.
• Willingness to undergo DBS checks and safeguarding procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching staff in delivering lessons and activities.
• Assist pupils with learning difficulties to engage and participate in class tasks.

Skills

Experience working with children

Experience with pupils with learningd

Job description

# Teaching Assistant II - Winchelsea School## Job IntroductionWinchelsea School Website**Teaching Assistant II**• Salary details: Pay Band 5, SCP 12-18, £29,542 - £32,578 pro rata• Employment Status: Term Time Only• Hours: 32.5 hours per week• Contract Type: Permanent• Working Weeks: 39• Closing date: 29 November 2026**Start Date: as soon as possible**Winchelsea School is a community special school committed to meeting the needs of pupils, aged 4 to 19, with a wide range of learning difficulties. We collaborate closely with local schools, who host our satellite classrooms at Kinson Academy, Old Town Infant School, Stanley Green Infant Academy, Canford Heath Junior School, Broadstone Middle School and Magna Academy.Working closely with teaching staff, you will become an integral part of the Winchelsea Team. Previous experience of working with children, specifically those with moderate learning difficulties and autism, would be an advantage.Winchelsea School has a comprehensive induction process, provides many opportunities for professional development and the potential for progression.Candidates should be aware that all staff might be required to work at one of our satellite settings or at the main Winchelsea School site.Please note that the working week for this role is 32.5 hours on a term time only basis, and the pro-rata salary based on hours and weeks worked will be £22,518 to £24,833.The standard weekly working pattern for a Teaching Assistant is:We would also be interested in hearing from you if are able to offer part-time hours.Should you wish to apply for this vacancy, please review the role profile and complete the application form which can be found at www.winchelseaschool.co.uk/vacancies. Please send your completed application form to [e-mail] school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. The appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, and rigorous checks of shortlisted candidates background credentials.If you have not been contacted by the school by 4 December 2026, then could you please assume that your application has been unsuccessful.#LI-DNI### Attached documents* Teaching Assistant 2.pdf+− OpenStreetMap contributors### Teaching Assistant II - Winchelsea School* **Salary** Pay Band 5, SCP 12-18, £29,542 - £32,578 pro rata* **Frequency** Annual* **Dynamics Position No. and Role Profile Code** WS/153/4029* **Contract Type** Permanent* **Closing Date** 29 November, 2026* **Job Category** School Support Staff* **Business Unit** External* **Location** Poole, United Kingdom* **Posted on** 11 November, 2026