Teaching Assistant – Tree House (Specialist Provision)

Midfield Primary School; Greater London; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Midfield Primary School Tree House is an additional resourced provision serving pupils with ASD. Many of our children enter school with poor social and communication skills, so applicants must demonstrate clear and articulate oral language.

The role is permanent, 30 hours per week over 39 weeks per year (term time plus inset days), Monday to Friday, with a 30-minute unpaid break. Successful applicants will be committed to safeguarding and to raising standards for all children in an inclusive

Qualifications

• Educated to NVQ3 in childcare or equivalent.
• Ability to relate well to children and adults.
• Ability to work constructively as part of a team.
• Experience of working with children in a primary school setting.
• Experience of working with SEN pupils.
• Experience as a play worker or working in an Early Years setting.
• A good understanding of the complexities of ASD (training will be provided).
• Experience working with students with speech and language needs.

Skills

Relate to children and adults

Teamwork

SEN pupils

Primary school experience

Play/early years experience

ASD awareness

Speech & language needs

Education

NVQ3 in childcare or equivalent

Job description

Vacancy: Teaching Assistant - Tree House (Specialist Provision)

Contract: Permanent

Grade: TSPT 6, Points 17-21

Hours: 30 hours, 39 weeks per year (term time plus inset days)
Monday - Friday 08:50am - 3:20pm with 30-minute unpaid break

Salary: £19,460 - £21,344 (FTE £27,261 - £2j9,900)

Start date: January 2027

The Midfield Primary School Tree House is an additional resourced provision which serves pupils with a diagnosis of ASD. Many of our children enter school with poor social and communication skills so it is essential that applicants for the post demonstrate clear and articulate oral language.

Desired experience and knowledge:

• Educated to NVQ3 in childcare or equivalent
• Ability to relate well to children and adults
• Ability to work constructively as part of a team
• Experience of working with children in a primary school setting
• Experience of working with SEN pupils
• Experience as a play worker or working in an Early Years setting
• A good understanding of the complexities of ASD (however training will be provided)
• Experience working with students with speech and language needs

Spring Trust strives to offer the very best education within our power to every child we can reach. Our member schools are part of a family that shares their knowledge, expertise and resources to change children’s lives. You will be committed and passionate about raising standards and life chances for all children in an inclusive environment.

Our Schools/Trust and all its personnel are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children. The successful applicant will be subject to a full Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure and checks regarding proof of ID, medical clearance and the right to work in the UK.

We are proud of our diversity and inclusive culture in our workplace. We welcome all applications regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership.