Upper KS2 Teaching Assistant (Level 2) - Hillbourne Primary School

Bournemouth Borough Council; Poole; Hybrid; GBP 10,000 - 11,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous holiday entitlement

Wellbeing support

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Hillbourne Primary School is seeking an Upper KS2 Teaching Assistant (Level 2) on a Fixed Term basis. The role supports EHCP pupils and works with individuals or groups within the Upper KS2 base to aid learning and development.

You will be part of a dedicated team, promoting safeguarding, inclusivity, and ongoing professional development, with a visible impact on pupil progress and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with children including those with additional or special educational needs.
• Good understanding of safeguarding practices and confidentiality.
• Ability to work with individuals or groups to support learning.
• Committed team player with willingness to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Support the teacher by working with individuals or groups to support learning and development.
• Contribute to evaluation, review and planning discussions with the teacher and Inclusion Lead.
• Establish supportive, caring relationships and promote an inclusive school ethos.
• Support children’s independence and help achieve learning targets and outcomes.

Skills

Experience with children

SEN experience

Safeguarding knowledge

Behaviour management

Team player

Job description

# Upper KS2 Teaching Assistant (Level 2) - Hillbourne Primary School## Job Introduction**Hillbourne Primary School Website****Upper KS2 Teaching Assistant (Level 2)**| | || --- | --- || **Location:** | Hillbourne Primary School || **Contract:** | 17.5 hours per week, term time only (38 weeks per year) Monday – Friday, 8.30am - 12.30pm Fixed Term from January 2027 until August 2028 || **Salary:** | Grade D SCP 5 – 6, between £10,451 to £10,907 per annum pro rata (£26,427 to £26,847 per annum full time equivalent) || **Application deadline:** | Midnight Tuesday 10th November 2026 || **Interview date:** | Week of 16th November 2026 || **Start Date:** | January 2027 |**Please note, we may close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we have sufficient applications. We strongly encourage prospective applicants to apply as soon as possible.** Hillbourne Primary School is a happy and inclusive school for children aged 4-11 years old located in the Broadstone area of Poole, Dorset. We strongly believe in working together as a team and welcome all children and their families to become part of our school community. It is our aim and belief that all children will thrive with our core values; Be Ready, Be Respectful, Be Safe.’ All three core values are understood by all, demonstrated by all and driven by all. The team at Hillbourne Primary School is passionate about equipping our unique children with the essential knowledge and skills they need for their next stage in education and beyond. We are delighted to share the report from our latest Ofsted inspection in February 2025, that judged our school to be Good overall with Outstanding 'Personal Development' and 'Leadership and Management'. The inspectors commented that ‘Exceptional leadership at all levels underpins the success of the school’.You will be joining a dedicated team that is passionate about making a difference and committed to nurturing the whole child. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to shape learning experiences that are creative, inclusive, and meaningful. We are committed to the professional development and wellbeing of our staff. We offer high-quality training, mentoring, and opportunities for career progression.Hillbourne Primary is in the Hillary Partnership of Hamwic Education Trust (HET); a large, fast-paced multi-academy trust with currently 37 schools across the South Coast: Portsmouth, Southampton, Poole and Dorset. The Hillary Partnership is a multi-academy partnership based in Poole. The partnership enables local schools to work together to develop a strong education for all our children.**Role Summary****:**Hillbourne Primary School are seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant on a Fixed Term basis, linked to supporting EHCP pupils in our Upper KS2 base. This is an exciting opportunity to join a happy and inclusive school community, working within a dedicated team committed to supporting every child to thrive. The role includes: * Working within the school as part of a team, under the general direction of the Headteacher or Inclusion Leader, who will be responsible for the overall policy of the educational programme and for matters of control and discipline within the school* You may be required to work with whole classes, smaller groups or be assigned to work with particular pupils who may have particular requirements or Statements of their Special Needs. **We are seeking a professional individual who****:*** Supports the teacher by working with individuals or groups of children to support their learning and development* Has proven experience working with children, including those with additional or special educational needs* Demonstrates a good understanding of safeguarding practices and confidentiality* Establishes supportive, caring and secure relationships with the child/ children, promoting respect, self-esteem and a positive, inclusive whole school ethos* Contributes to evaluation, review and planning discussions with the teacher, Inclusion Lead and other members of the support team* Communicates clearly, calmly and professionally, maintaining composure and sound judgement under pressure.* Offers a fair and consistent approach to managing behaviour and individual needs in line with school policies and procedures* Helps, supports and motivates the children, clarifying instructions, encouraging independent learning and behaviour and enabling learning targets and outcomes to be achieved* Is a committed team player, motivated to support children’s independence and engage in ongoing professional development.[CI2]**What we offer you****:*** An opportunity to be part of a collaborative team with a shared vision of excellence* A real career path in a thriving and respected organisation* Flexible working approach, where possible* Wellbeing day (trial for 2025/26)* Excellent training and development programmes and opportunities* Eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme* Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with length of service* Access to our benefits portal offering a full range of discounts available through Lifestyle Savings* Access to wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme, this includes free confidential telephone and face to face counselling for employees and family members* Access to financial wellbeing support through a company that provides comprehensive guidance on all things mortgage related* Eligible for a Blue Light card**About Hamwic Education Trust****:** HET is fully committed to developing an outstanding workforce. We are a friendly and supportive community of professionals working hard to ensure that our schools are enabling children to grow and develop for the future. We have talented staff working in leadership, teaching and support roles throughout our schools and committed professionals working in the Managed Services team covering education, safeguarding, HR, IT, finance and estates. This experienced team supports our schools and is responsible for the successful delivery of our multi-academy trust. As an employer, we support our staff to grow through continuing professional development and there is a range of apprenticeships and other opportunities available throughout the Trust to extend your knowledge, skills and career prospects. HET celebrates the uniqueness of our pupils, our staff and our schools and we aim for everyone to achieve their full potential through the pathways of opportunities available. HET recognises that by valuing and promoting equal opportunities in employment for all employees and job applicants and avoiding unlawful discrimination in employment and delivery of services, we will be able to deliver first class education and value the differences our workforce brings to HET. **Application Procedure:**If you would like to discuss the role further, please contact the school by emailing [e-mail] or phoning 01202692604 to arrange an informal chat or have a tour of the school. Potential candidates will be asked to bring their current school ID and/or photographic ID as proof when they visit the school for a tour. Also please visit our website for more information about our wonderful school Hillbourne Primary SchoolIf you wish to apply for this position, please complete an application form which can be found at **Job vacancies | Careers | Hamwic Education Trust | Multi-academy Trust** and return to [e-mail] **CV’s will only be accepted along with a completed application form.****Please note, we may close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we have sufficient applications.****We strongly encourage prospective applicants to apply as soon as possible.**Hamwic Education Trust (HET) are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of our pupils and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to a safer recruitment process which includes enhanced criminal record and barring checks, scrutiny of work and training history, robust referencing, and other vetting checks. Successful candidates will also be subject to online searches.Our safeguarding system is underpinned by a range of policies and procedures which encourage and promote safe working practice across HET. All HET employees are required to undergo continuous professional development to maintain safe working practices and to safeguard our pupils.