Teaching Assistant - Birches First School

1-2-1 Teaching Assistant Birches First School Teaching Assistant to Support a Child with Additional Needs (Communication and Interaction, Cognition and Learning, Social Emotional and Mental Health) Grade 4 £ 25,583 pro rata FTE Term Time Only + teacher training days 17.5 hours per week Fixed term end date 31/08/2026

Required as soon as possible. We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistant to support an individual with learning needs. The contract is fixed term in the first instance as it is linked to a child with EHCP funding.

• Provide structured support in accordance with specific work programmes designed and supervised by individual teachers.
• Support the teacher in the development and implementation of Individual Education/Behaviour Plans.
• Assist in maintaining classroom discipline through the implementation of the school’s behaviour management strategies.
• Provide support to pupils to achieve learning goals, e.g. guided reading.
• Assist the teacher with the planning of learning activities.
• Assist the teacher in monitoring pupils’ responses to learning activities and accurately record achievement/progress as directed.
• Provide detailed and regular feedback to teachers on pupils’ achievement, progress, problems etc.
• Undertake appropriate basic admin tasks.

• Accompany teaching staff and pupils on visits, trips and out of school activities as required.
• Encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher.
• Assist children in matters of personal needs and their general health including first aid and welfare matters.
• Arrange medical/dental visits as appropriate.
• Provide general support to pupils ensuring their safety, by complying with good H&S practice.

• A great team of hardworking colleagues
• Outstanding children who are keen to learn
• Supportive parents and governors
• Opportunities for professional development within school and as part of the MAT
• A well‑resourced and safe working environment
• A highly skilled SENCo as a source of expertise and support

Please contact the school office on to arrange.

Last date for receipt of completed application forms 9th January 2026 @9am

Interviews will be held on 12th January 2026 and will include a formal question and answer session and a short observation.

Unfortunately, if you have not been contacted Friday 9th January 2026, 5pm please assume that your application has been unsuccessful.