Upper KS2 Teaching Assistant; Level 2; Hillbourne Primary School

Hillbourne Primary School is seeking a Teaching Assistant for its Upper KS2 base, supporting pupils with EHCPs on a fixed-term contract from January 2027 to August 2028. The work centres on supporting the class teacher, working with individual children or groups to build their learning and independence, and contributing to planning reviews. The post is 17.5 hours a week in term time only, Monday to Friday mornings, 8.30am to 12.30pm.

Proven experience with children who have additional or special educational needs is central to fit.

• Support pupils with EHCPs in the Upper KS2 base
• Support the teacher by working with individuals or groups to support learning and development
• Work with whole classes, smaller groups or particular pupils with specific requirements
• Help children clarify instructions, encourage independent learning and achieve learning targets
• Build supportive, caring and secure relationships that promote respect, self-esteem and an inclusive ethos
• Manage behaviour fairly and consistently in line with school policies and procedures
• Contribute to evaluation, review and planning with the teacher, Inclusion Lead and support team
• Work as part of a team under the general direction of the Headteacher or Inclusion Leader

• Proven experience of working with children, including those with additional or special educational needs

• Good understanding of safeguarding practice and confidentiality
• Communicates clearly, calmly and professionally, with composure and sound judgement under pressure
• Fair and consistent approach to managing behaviour and individual needs

• Enhanced criminal record and barred list check
• Scrutiny of work and training history, references and other vetting checks
• Online searches

• Committed team player, motivated to support children's independence and engage in ongoing professional development

• Flexible working approach, where possible
• Wellbeing day (trial for 2025/26)
• Training, development programmes, mentoring and career progression
• Eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with length of service
• Benefits portal with discounts via Lifestyle Savings and eligibility for a Blue Light card
• Employee Assistance Programme with free confidential counselling for employees and family members
• Financial wellbeing support, including mortgage guidance