1:1 Teaching Assistant

St Michael's CofE (C) Primary School, Lichfield, WS14 9AN

7 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  10 July 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  3 July 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: £25,989 - £27,254 FTE, actual salary £18,449 - £19.347 per annum

1:1 Teaching Assistant job summary

St Michael's C.E. Primary School is a welcoming and nurturing Church of England school where every child is encouraged to flourish academically, socially and spiritually. We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to provide one-to-one support for two pupils with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning, develop independence and achieve their full potential within a supportive and inclusive school environment.

Working under the direction of the class teacher and SENDCo, you will:

Provide tailored one-to-one support for two named pupils with EHCPs.

Help pupils access the curriculum through personalised strategies and targeted interventions.

Support pupils' communication, social, emotional and behavioural development.

Encourage independence, confidence and positive engagement in learning.

Work collaboratively with teaching staff, parents/carers and external professionals to ensure the pupils' needs are effectively met.

Contribute to a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

We are looking for someone who

Has experience of working with primary-aged children, ideally including children with additional needs.

Is patient, caring and able to build positive, trusting relationships with children.

Has an understanding of supporting pupils with SEND and is willing to develop their knowledge through training.

Is adaptable, resilient and able to respond positively to individual needs.

Has excellent communication skills and enjoys working as part of a team.

Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Will support and uphold the Christian vision and values of St Michael's C.E. Primary School.

We can offer you

A caring and welcoming school community where every child is valued.

Friendly, supportive and dedicated colleagues.

Opportunities for high-quality professional development.

An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and employee benefits package

Competitive pension scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme)

Professional development and wellbeing days

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds who share our commitment to ensuring every child can flourish.

How to apply

To apply please complete an application form online. Please include a supporting statement outlining ‘what skills and experience you have that make you suitable for the role’.To arrange an informal chat about the role, please contact Ellie Ballinger, Executive Headteacher, via email ellie.ballinger@st-michaels-lichfield.staffs.sch.uk or call 01543 227425

We reserve the right to close this advert early should sufficient applications be received or the roles be successfully filled.

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 St Michael's CofE (C) Primary School

• School type: Academy, Church of England, ages 5 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 412 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 5 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: St Michael's CofE (C) Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/st-michael-s-cofe-c-primary-school

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