Learning Support/Teaching Assistant

Learning Support/ Teaching Assistant - Primary

32.5 hours x 46.01 weeks (term-time only)

George Mitchell is an All-Through (3-16) multicultural school, with a Nursery. We are proud of our place at the heart of our local community. We were judged a ‘Good’ school by OFSTED and you will be joining us at an important point in our journey towards becoming an outstanding school.

We are looking to appoint capable and confident Learning Support/ Teaching Assistants to work with students who have additional learning and support needs in our Primary setting.

Our school is a happy, creative community where we seek to help every child thrive. You will play an important part in providing opportunities for personal and academic growth, and contributing to raising the standards of our students.

You must have:

Good level of spoken English

Experience in KS1 and/or KS2

Experience of supporting students who have additional needs (SEND).

GCSE English and maths

Experienced teaching and managing phonics groups

Be kind, friendly, professional and have high expectations for all children

The post is term time only, 32.5 hours a week (46.01 weeks). Attendance at INSET Days and CPD sessions is required (5 days' equivalence).

Applications must be submitted by Monday 16th November 2026 by 9am. However, we reserve the right to recruit before the closing date should a suitable candidate be found. Applicants are therefore advised to apply at their earliest convenience.

Further information about the school can be found on our website - www.georgemitchellschool.co.uk. All completed applications should be completed via MyNewTerm. Please note that we do not accept CV applications.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offer of a position is subject to receiving satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS Clearance.

We warmly welcome an informal visit or a conversation prior to application.

For more information please refer to the application pack on our website or contact Helena Culliney, HR Advisor, on [phone removed] or e-mail [email removed]