Level 2 Teaching Assistant +SEND x 2 Posts 

 Post 1 - 37 hours, Term Time Only (Temporary as linked to EHCP)

 Post 2 - 20 hours, Term Time Only (Temporary as linked to EHCP)

The Head Teacher and Governors of Washingwell Community Primary School are seeking to appoint an experienced Teaching Assistant to work across school supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.The post will commence on 1st September 2025.

We are seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant who:

• has an outstanding record of working well within a team demonstrating a positive attitude, enthusiasm, dedication and commitment
• has experience of working with children in a primary school setting, specifically with children with SEND
• holds a Level 2 Teaching Assistant / NVQ Qualification as a minimum essential requirement.

The successful candidate would be expected to:

• provide support for pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
• establish productive working relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and setting high expectations
• promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils within the classroom
• contribute to the planning, preparation and resources of learning activities
• have a full working knowledge and experience of the Early Years and National Curriculum
• display excellent communication skills

Visits to the school are highly recommended and should be arranged by contacting the school office on 4884400.

The successful candidate will join an enthusiastic, dedicated and innovative staff team in a school which strives to provide the best possible all-round education for all pupils.

If you are successful, you will have to apply for an enhanced Disclosure. This post may require a declaration under the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2009.

Closing date for applications: Midnight on Sunday 1 June 2025.

Shortlisting will take place Tuesday 3 June 2025. If you have not heard from us by end of day Thursday 5 September 2025, then you can assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Interviews will take place Wednesday 11 June 2025