Teaching Assistant School

Fixed Term Teaching Assistant

These details should be read in conjunction with the XS10.4 Teaching Assistant Job Description.

Actual Salary £15,532 to £15,779 per annum (Grade 5, SCP 5-6)

This post is for 4 days per week (26 hours) and 39 weeks per year

We are looking for a versatile, well‑organised and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our SEN Team until July 2026.

The successful candidate will work with students across all year groups, providing both in‑class support and delivering interventions to small groups. The school day is 8.30 am – 3.30 pm Monday to Friday.

• Are enthusiastic about working with a range of pupils with differing needs and abilities
• Show initiative and a keenness to be involved in all aspects of school life
• Take a flexible and pro‑active approach to working
• Have a proven track record of good working relationships and professionalism
• Feel confident working both 1:1 and with small groups of students

Essential qualities:

• Discretion, empathy, good personal organisation and time‑keeping
• Excellent communication skills
• A desire to see young people achieve their potential

Preferred:

• Previous experience of working with young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (not essential; training available)
• Teaching as a career
• Returning to work following a career or other break
• Seeking flexibility around family life

Completed application forms may be emailed to supp Please note we cannot accept CVs.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and interviews may be conducted before the final closing date, so early application is encouraged.

Closing Date: Thursday 26th February 2026

• Mrs Nicola Chalkley, Head’s PA and Office Manager
  Beaminster School, Beaminster, Dorset DT8 3EP
  
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Beaminster School values the diversity of our workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All appointments are subject to suitable references, enhanced DBS and medical clearance in line with the Government’s safer recruitment guidelines.

Right to work:
This post is UK‑based and your right to work must be established as part of the appointment process.

Legal compliance:
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.