We are delighted to share this opportunity to join our warm and welcoming academy. St John’s is a single-academy school with a strong Christian ethos at its heart, where children and staff are encouraged to flourish in a caring, inclusive and ambitious environment. We are committed to ensuring that everyone in our community reaches their full potential.
Our most recent Ofsted inspection (2025) recognised the strength of our school, noting:
“At St John’s CE Primary Academy, we pride ourselves on our inclusive ethos and the strong relationships we build with our children and families. Visitors often comment on the calm, happy and caring atmosphere that makes our school such a special place to learn and work.”
The Role
This post involves working closely with pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). You will support children both individually and in small groups, addressing their learning, social and emotional needs. The role also includes setting up and resourcing small-group activities, and working collaboratively with teachers and other Teaching Assistants to ensure high-quality provision and support.
We are seeking a teaching assistant who:
- Has experience of working with SEND pupils
- Has a passion for supporting children with additional needs
- Is patient, nurturing and adaptable in their approach
- Builds positive and respectful relationships with pupils, staff and families
- Works effectively as part of a team and shows initiative
- Demonstrates a strong commitment to safeguarding and the wellbeing of every child
In return, we offer:
- A warm, welcoming and inclusive Christian community where children and staff are valued and celebrated
- Polite, motivated and respectful pupils who reflect the strong ethos of our school
- A committed and caring leadership team who prioritise staff wellbeing and professional development
- A collaborative and supportive staff team who work together in the best interests of children
- Well-resourced classrooms and stimulating learning environments
- Strong partnerships with families, governors, the Diocese and the wider community
- A culture that values reflection, innovation and professional dialogue
- The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to a thriving academy that is ambitious for all learners
This post is 28.75 hours per week, term time only, and is subject to a probationary period. Should the child associated with this role leave the educational setting before this date, the academy reserve the right to end employment earlier in accordance with the terms of the contract and relevant employment law.
Visits and Applications
We warmly welcome prospective applicants to visit the school and discuss the role. Please contact the school office on 01484 713036 or email
[email protected] to arrange a visit or to request further information about the post.
Closing date: Friday 4th September 2026 – noon
Interviews: Tuesday 8th September 2026
Required as soon as possible
Safeguarding
St John’s CE Primary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All shortlisted candidates may be subject to an online search of publicly available information and will be asked to discuss any matters of concern at interview. Any job offer will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including references, confirmation of the right to work in the UK, a health declaration and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
