Teaching Assistant

William Austin Junior School is a large four/five-form entry school, rated good by OFSTED, with well-behaved children who are eager to learn and succeed. Our staff team is supportive, hardworking, committed and have the pupils’ best interests  are well resourced and actively supported by parents and governors alike.

We require a Teaching Assistant who can support our pupils in all aspects of teaching and learning both in and out of the classroom. This is a Fixed Term position linked to supporting a pupil with an EHCP in Year 3 from September 2026 to July 2030 or until the child leaves.

The role is 30.25 hours per week working Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 8:45am to 3:30pm (1hour lunch) and Tuesday 8:45am to 5:00pm (1 hour for lunch), term-time only plus 5 training days.

• hold a relevant qualification at NVQ Level 2 or above
• have some experience of working with children with a range of special educational needs
• have a caring nature
• be able to communicate effectively with children and adults
• be able to work as part of a team

• a friendly staff team who are dedicated to the children
• a supportive and experienced TA team which you will be a valued part of
• an experienced Inclusion Manager who leads the TA team
• a positive and well-resourced working environment
• well planned continuing professional development
• an annual golden day to be taken in term time
• access to the LA Employee Assistance Programme offering wellbeing and mental health support
• a school fleece, staff room refreshments, parking, access to school lunches

Applicants for this public-facing post will need to demonstrate the ability to converse, and provide effective help or advice, fluently in spoken English.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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