Teaching Assistant
Listed on 2026-09-28
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Education / Teaching
Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Elementary School
Fixed term contract for the 2026 - 2027 academic year.
We are seeking to appoint a skilled Teaching Assistant to join our very supportive, hardworking and enthusiastic team at Woodlands Park Primary. To work across the school with possible 1:1 elements during the day.
We are looking for someone who:
- is self-motivated, flexible, resilient and a team player.
- can use their initiative in the setting and adapt provision to meet the needs of the children.
- is an effective communicator.
- is dynamic, resilient and hard working with a positive nature.
- has experience of delivering interventions for children and can create and maintain a purposeful learning environment.
- has high expectations and understanding of behaviour of all pupils.
Applicants must have Grade C or equivalent in English and Maths GCSE and a NVQ 2 or 3, or equivalent TA qualification.
We are unable to accept CVs.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and have ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and wellbeing of young people.
We aim to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications irrespective of race, gender, religion, disability, sexual orientation and/or age.
We value the individuality and creativity that every worker potentially brings to the workforce.
This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references - references will be sought prior to interview. Proof of qualifications is compulsory.
This post will come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) 2009 Regulations and the successful applicant will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations. Provision of false data is an offence and will result in your application being rejected.
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