Teaching Assistant - Cicely Haughton School

Job Title

1:1 TEACHING ASSISTANT

Cicely Haughton School, Westwood Manor, Mill Lane, Wetley Rocks, ST9 0BX

Employment type: Full Time, Fixed-Term Contract (Term Time only)

Start date: September 2026

Grade: 5,
Hours: 32.5 per week

The school caters for pupils aged five through eleven with a range of social, emotional and mental health difficulties (SEMH). The post involves supporting pupils within class groups under the line management of teachers.

• Support pupils in class groups under teachers' line management.
• Maintain high standards of support and supervision, while being a positive role model for children.
• Assist in developing pupils' self‑esteem, self‑worth and self‑confidence within and beyond the classroom.
• Show resilience, a sense of humour and the ability to work with high expectations for behaviour and learning.
• Take on or support other tasks as required to promote pupils’ educational attainment and well‑being.

• Previous SEN experience not required; relevant training will be provided.
• Strong interpersonal skills, high resilience, a sense of humour, and the ability to maintain high standards.
• Commitment to promoting joy of learning and the best educational opportunities for all pupils.
• Must have the right to work in the UK; no visa sponsorship is available.
• Subject to Disclosure and Barring Service criminal records check; all unspent and spent penalties must be declared.
• Reference checks required before interview.

• Access to Employee Assistance Programme, including cycle‑to‑work and tech schemes.
• Online gym classes and health & wellbeing support.
• Financial advice services and fast‑track counselling.
• Physiotherapy and retail discounts at supermarkets and high street stores.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is exempt by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 as amended. All convictions, cautions and warnings must be declared and will be treated in confidence.

Applicants are invited to apply for this position before 28th August 2026. Interviews will take place on 7th September 2026.