Teaching Assistant - KS2

Bidford on Avon C of E Primary School; Alcester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Bidford on Avon Church of England Primary School is seeking a caring, dedicated SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join our experienced team. The role focuses on providing individual support for a pupil with Special Educational Needs, helping them access learning and develop independence within the classroom and wider school environment.

The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher, SENDCo, and other professionals to implement support strategies and ensure the pupil's needs are

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children is desirable.
• Experience of supporting children with Special Educational Needs is desirable.
• A patient, nurturing and positive approach to supporting children's learning and development.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of behaviour and encouraging children to achieve their best.
• Confidence in supporting learning through good literacy and numeracy skills.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team and build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families.
• An understanding of the importance of confidentiality and safeguarding.
• A commitment to the foundation, aims and values of the school as a church school.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for a pupil with SEND within the classroom and wider school environment.
• Assist with lunchtime supervision and encourage positive social interactions.
• Implement support strategies in collaboration with the class teacher and SENDCo.
• Promote independence and access to learning for the pupil while maintaining high standards of behaviour.

Skills

Experience with children

Experience with SEN

Patience & nurturing

Behaviour management

Literacy/numeracy support

Teamwork

Confidentiality & safeguarding

Church school values

Professional development

Job description

Bidford on Avon
Church of England Primary School

Job vacancy: KS2 Teaching Assistant
School Name: Bidford on Avon Primary School
Contract: Fixed Term Contract – Until End of Academic Year (July 2027)
Salary: Depending on Experience
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:40am – 3:25pm (30-minute lunch break)

About Us & The Role

Bidford on Avon Primary School is seeking to appoint a caring, dedicated and enthusiastic SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join our experienced and supportive team.
This role involves providing individual support for a pupil with Special Educational Needs, helping them to access learning, develop independence and achieve their full potential within the classroom and wider school environment. The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher, SENDCo and other professionals to implement support strategies and ensure the pupil's needs are met effectively.

The role will also include supporting the pupil’s during lunchtime and encouraging positive social interactions and engagement in school life. The successful candidate will need to be flexible, patient and committed to supporting the wellbeing and progress of children with additional needs.
The successful applicant will be subject to a six-month probationary period.

Key Requirements

• Experience of working with children is desirable.
• Experience of supporting children with Special Educational Needs is desirable.
• A patient, nurturing and positive approach to supporting children's learning and development.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of behaviour and encouraging children to achieve their best.
• Confidence in supporting learning through good literacy and numeracy skills.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team and build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families.
• An understanding of the importance of confidentiality and safeguarding.
• A commitment to the foundation, aims and values of the school as a church school.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Bidford on Avon Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.