1:1 Teaching Assistant

Upper Arley CofE Primary School, Bewdley, Worcestershire, DY12 1XA

11 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  6th December 2026

• Closing date

  2 November 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  22 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full time equivalent salary: £25,614.00 - £26,016.00 Annually (FTE) Actual pro rata salary £17,863 per annum

1:1 Teaching Assistant job summary

1:1 Teaching Assistant

Grade 1 SCP 3-4 (pro rata based on term time only and part time hours)

30 hours per week

Monday - Friday 8.45 - 3.15pm

Ongoing attached to a child contract

Upper Arley C of E Primary School is a warm, welcoming and inclusive village school with high expectations for all children. We are seeking a caring, committed and enthusiastic 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team and provide personalised support for a child with additional needs.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference to a child's educational journey, helping them to access learning, develop independence, build confidence and achieve their full potential.

The Role

The successful candidate will:
Provide one-to-one support for a named pupil throughout the school day.
Implement strategies identified in the child's EHCP, support plans and professional recommendations.
Support the child's academic, social, emotional and communication development.
Adapt learning activities under the direction of the class teacher.
Promote independence whilst providing appropriate levels of support.
Use positive behaviour approaches and emotional regulation strategies.
Liaise effectively with teaching staff, SEND professionals and parents where appropriate.
Help create a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:
Has experience working with children in a school or similar setting (in a one-to-one role is desirable)
Demonstrates patience, empathy and a child-centred approach.
Can build positive and trusting relationships with children.
Has strong communication and teamwork skills.
Is flexible, resilient and committed to inclusive practice.
Has an understanding of SEND, particularly autism, ADHD, communication needs or social, emotional and mental health needs (desirable).
Shares the Christian values and ethos of our school.

We Can Offer:
Friendly, supportive and dedicated colleagues.
Wonderful children who are eager to learn.
Opportunities for professional development and training.
A caring school community with strong links to the church and local community.
The opportunity to make a real difference every day.

Please see the attached job pack for further information on the role and the school.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Safeguarding Statement

Upper Arley C of E Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment to this post is subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check and all pre-employment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Upper Arley CofE Primary School

• Organisation type: Academy, Church of England, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 81 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Upper Arley CofE Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/upper-arley-cofe-primary-school

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