Teaching Assistant/Learning Support Assistant

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Droitwich Spa; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable educational institution in Droitwich Spa is seeking a full-time Learning Support Assistant to provide vital support for children with special educational needs. The candidate must possess a Teaching Assistant qualification and ideally have experience with children who have additional needs. This rewarding role is focused on fostering independence and self-esteem among students while actively participating in their learning journey. The position offers a supportive work environment with opportunities to engage with a warm community.

Benefits

A warm and friendly school environment

Supportive Governing Body

Opportunity to work with a committed staff

Qualifications

• Have a TA qualification and experience working with children who have additional needs.
• Be proactive, imaginative, and enthusiastic in support.
• Have high expectations of achievements and behavior.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for children throughout the school.
• Help children access learning and build confidence.
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENDCo to follow children’s support plans.

Skills

TA qualification

Experience with children with additional needs

Strong numeracy skills

Strong literacy skills

Communication skills

Team player

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Full time Learning Support Assistant/Teaching Assistant (SEND support) – Fixed term contract

Salary: TA1/TA2 depending on experience

Required to start: ASAP after interview

We are seeking to appoint a caring, committed and supportive Learning Support Assistant/Teaching Assistant to provide support for children throughout the school. This rewarding role will involve helping children access learning, build confidence and to continue to thrive academically and socially, as well as working with small groups, providing behaviour support strategies and delivering targeted interventions linked to individual targets.

The successful candidate will:

• Have a TA qualification and ideally have experience of working with children who have additional needs Develop a positive and trusting relationship with children whilst maintaining consistent and clear boundaries Provide consistent, tailored support in class and during wider school activities Work closely with the class teacher, class Teaching Assistant and SENDCo to follow children’s individual support plans Foster independence, self-esteem and active participation in learning Possesses strong numeracy and literacy skills Be proactive, imaginative and enthusiastic with their support Have high expectations of achievements and behaviour Have a friendly and professional nature with children and adults Be a team player, with a strong personal work ethic and communication skills Relish the prospect of being part of a community and not just a member of staff; Be committed to promoting our vision of Nurture, Nature, Knowledge and our Christian values.

Himbleton CE Primary School and Nursery is a voluntary controlled, rural school with 97 children on roll (inclusive of Nursery) with a Pupil Admission Number (PAN) of 14. Children are taught in mixed age classes and the vacancy is for a fixed-term position to support children in the school with SEND needs.

We can offer you a school with:

• A warm, welcoming and friendly school with a strong Christian vision, rooted in theological narrative that is alive and drives all that we do; The opportunity to work with wonderful pupils and become part of the family; A supportive Governing Body whose expectations for the school are high; An experienced and knowledgeable staff who are committed to ensuring that our children have the best opportunities; A supportive and engaged wider community.

We would be delighted to talk to you, meet you and show you our school and all applicants are encouraged to visit school before they apply. This can be arranged by contacting our School Administrator, Mrs Stewart, on 01905 391231 or via email to [e-mail]. We would also encourage you to look at our website www.himbleton.worcs.sch.uk to find out more and to get a true feel for our school.

Closing date for applications: Friday 12 December 2025

Shortlisting: Friday 12 December 2025 - Shortlisted candidates will be notified by email.

Planned interview date: Thursday 18 December 2025.

To apply, please use the Worcestershire agreed application form which is available from our website or as a paper copy from the school office. Please do not send CVs.