Water Hall Primary School Class & SEN Teaching Assistant
13.5hrs per week, Monday & Tuesday 8.30am - 3.45pm
39 weeks a year
Fixed Term Contract, 01 September 2026 - 31 August 2026
Salary: Grade G, points 8 to 13 (£8,417.96 - £9,121.08 pro rata)
Water Hall Primary School is a vibrant and exciting school committed to providing all children aged 3-11 a rich and diverse educational experience. We strive to offer the best possible learning opportunities to help every child reach their full potential, academically, socially, and culturally. As part of the Tove Learning Trust, we benefit from a shared vision and purpose to deliver outstanding educational experiences that lead to inspiring outcomes for our students.
The school has approximately 200 students and 34 staff. The site consists of a single building.
We are seeking a talented and committed Class & SEN Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team.
The successful candidate will:
- Have experience of working with pupils in an educational setting
- Have a primary focus on supporting pupils' academic learning, curriculum progression, and classroom engagement
- Possess knowledge and/or experience of delivering phonics programs, with experience in Read Write Inc. being highly desirable
- Have experience of working with pupils in an educational setting, including supporting children with diverse learning needs, behavior issues, and physical disabilities.
- Be resilient, cheerful, patient, and flexible.
- Have a strong understanding of safeguarding procedures and utilizing recording systems like CPOMS.
- Be prepared to work across the school, providing one-on-one or group support to pupils to implement intervention plans and maximize their quality of education.
- Be able to deliver targeted learning interventions to individuals or groups of pupils.
- Participate in school activities and initiatives to ensure pupils receive the highest quality of education.
- Actively supervise children throughout the day, including scheduled playtimes and lunchtimes, to promote positive learning behaviors.
- Hold a minimum of Grade C in English and Maths GCSE or an equivalent qualification.
- Be resilient, cheerful, patient, and flexible.
Position Details
- This role will be to support children of all year groups that need 1 to 1 support or in small groups outside of the classroom.
- This is a fixed-term contract until 31 August 2027. Continued employment beyond this date may be considered based on the needs of the school.
- Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK and will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check.
Training and Development
We are committed to the professional growth of our staff. Training and development opportunities will be offered, and the school and trust will actively support staff in obtaining relevant further qualifications where possible.
Benefits to working at Water Hall Primary School
- Private Medical Healthcare Support through MediCash
- Generous Pension Scheme
- Access to Blue Light Discount Card
- Free Tea & Coffee!
How to Apply
All applicants must use our application form to apply, we can not accept CV’s.
Please ensure your application form and covering letter include specific examples of how you meet the criteria outlined in the job description and person specification.
Full application details are available on our website: https://www.waterhallprimary.co.uk/vacancies
Completed application forms should be sent to: [email protected]
We welcome visits to the school or telephone conversations prior to interviews. Please contact the Headteacher (Emma Seabourne) or Deputy Headteacher (Adele Howson) via the school office.
Closing date for applications is Tuesday 7th July 2026
Interviews
Interviews will be held on Thursday 9th July
Pay: From £8,417.96 per year
Benefits:
- Free flu jabs
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (required)
Experience:
- Teaching Assistant: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
