SEND​/Pastoral Teaching Assistant - St Matthew’s CE; Aided) Primary School and Nursery Centre

Required as soon as possible

32.5 hours per week term time only plus PD days when required.

Scale 2 Point 3 - £13.45 per hour

We wish to appoint an enthusiastic, organised and passionate Teaching Assistant to support children across our school.

We are looking for candidates who:

• Have experience of assisting children of primary age
• Support pupils with SEND, SEMH needs and pastoral care, ensuring they feel safe, valued and included.
• Are committed, creative, flexible and passionate – setting high expectations of care, achievement, behaviour, inclusion and safeguarding.
• Work closely with teachers to deliver targeted interventions, 1:1 support, with small groups and adapt learning to meet individual needs.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with children, encouraging confidence, resilience and independence
• Promote pupils’ social, emotional and behavioural development, offering guidance and support when needed.
• Assist in creating a nurturing classroom environment where all children can thrive.
• Communicate effectively with staff, parents and external agencies to support pupil progress and wellbeing.
• Demonstrate patience, empathy and flexibility in responding to diverse needs.
• Uphold the school’s values and safeguarding responsibilities at all times.
• Will be an active part of our enthusiastic and dedicated team.
• Has, or is prepared to undertake, a Paediatric First Aid qualification
• Maintain confidentiality at all times and observe GDPR guidelines
• Can provide support 1:1, with small groups and within a classroom setting, including providing intimate care.

Application forms supporting statements should be emailed directly to the school Business Manager at

Closing date for applications:
Midday on Monday 2nd November 2026.

Interview date: TBD

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