1 to 1 Teaching Assistant SEND

1:1 Teaching Assistant

Required from October 2026

30 hours per week, term-time only (8.30am - 3.30pm daily with 1-hour lunch)

Salary scale for post: Grade 5 scp 8-14

This role is linked to a named pupil and is dependent on funding and establishment requirements.

The Governors at St. Thomas’ are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated individual to offer effective support for teaching and learning opportunities, under the guidance of teaching staff and SENCO for a Key Stage 2 pupil (Year 4) with significant additional needs.

The Governors are seeking applications from teaching assistants who will:

ü Be qualified at minimum NVQ Level 2 for Teaching Assistants (or equivalent)

ü Have relevant recent experience within the primary age range

ü Have experience of working 1:1 with a pupil

ü Have experience of supporting pupils with significant additional needs

ü Engage and support pupil in their personalised curriculum through a variety of strategies

ü Maintain and promote the Christian ethos of the school.

St. Thomas’ can offer you:

ü Happy, enthusiastic children who are eager to learn

ü A supportive and committed leadership team

ü A positive and caring ethos with the children at the heart of all we do

ü A strong commitment to the professional development of all staff members

ü A supportive and effective Governing Body

St Thomas’ CE Primary school is fully committed to all aspects of safeguarding; therefore, the successful applicant will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service. Further details can be found at https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/disclosure-and-barring-service/about

Chester Diocesan Academies Trust as an aware employer is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults as its number one priority. Chester Diocesan Academies Trust is an equal opportunities employer.

Application forms are available from the school website:

St Thomas' C.E. Primary School - Vacancies (st-thomas.co.uk)

Closing Date: Midday, Friday 25th September 2026

Short listing: Friday 25th September 2026

Interviews: Week Commencing Monday 28th September 2026