Teaching Assistant Level 2 (SEND)

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Required as soon as possible
Closing Date: 12 Noon 15/10/2026
Interview Date: 21/10/2026

Working hours: 8:45am to 3:45pm (6.5 hours per day) with a half hour unpaid lunch break, Monday to Friday.

(applications from L1 will also be considered for the right candidate)

Three posts are available in the following areas (please state on your application form):
F1 x 1
KS2 x 2

The Governing Body and Headteacher of this successful school are looking to appoint a well-qualified, highly motivated, enthusiastic and innovative Teaching Assistant who will have a significant impact on learning and is committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for pupils with SEND needs.
The persons appointed will be required to be flexible around the needs of the school and pupils.
You will:

Be able to support teaching and learning across in more than one subject
Be a committed Teaching Assistant and work in line with the school behaviour policy
Be able to modify challenging behaviour in a firm but supportive manner
Be child centred
Be flexible with a good sense of humour
We have high expectations and set high standards for both pupils and colleagues. If you believe that you fit this description we would like to hear from you.

For further details or to arrange a visit prior to application please contact the school on [phone removed].

Based on the quantity of applications received, we reserve the right to close this vacancy sooner than the specified closing date. Applicants will be notified of this where possible. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.

Completed application forms and a supporting letter (no longer than 2 x A4 sides) should be addressed to Mrs H Beamish, Headteacher, detailing your knowledge, skills and experience, and should be submitted via email to the School Business Manager at [email removed].

Heygarth Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff, visitors and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check before taking up the post.

The school is an Equal Opportunities Employer and positively welcomes applications from all individuals regardless of their sex, gender identity, creed, marital status, race, age, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.