121 Teaching Assistant (TA)
Willowdown Primary School, Bridgwater, TA6 4FU26 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
2 August 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
7 July 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Part time: Working 24 hours per week, term time only plus one week, fixed term linked to EHCP funding and linked to Year 6 child. Expected end date of contract 31/08/27 or when the child has secured a more suitable place at a specialist school, if sooner. There is some flexibility in the working pattern, however most likely to be 5 days a week, 0900 - 1415 with 20 minutes for lunch
Contract type
- Fixed term - 12 months
Actual salary
- Actual salary = £14,257
What skills and experience we're looking for
- Builds positive relationships and works well in a team
- Has a minimum of 2 years recent relevant experience, supporting pupils in the classroom
- Has a good standard of education (5 x GCSE’s – English and Maths C or above) and a relevant, recognized qualification such as NVQ Level 3 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent
- Shares our belief that every child deserves the very best opportunities
What the school offers its staff
We believe people flourish when they feel valued, supported and inspired. At Willowdown Primary School, you’ll find a collaborative culture, purposeful professional development and a shared commitment to wellbeing.
Eligible colleagues benefit from a fully funded Health Cash Plan, providing up to £500 each year towards everyday health costs such as dental, optical and physiotherapy appointments.
Find out more about what it’s like to work with us at: https://www.futuralearning.co.uk/careers
Further information about the job
Willowdown Primary School is seeking an innovative and enthusiastic 121 Teaching Assistant to join our team to work with a child in Y6. This is an exciting opportunity to give support to children (under the direction of the teacher), so they can access the curriculum, take part in learning and experience a sense of achievement
You’ll be part of a supportive and ambitious team who are committed to helping every child reach their full potential. You’ll join colleagues who work collaboratively to create a positive, inclusive learning environment where staff and pupils thrive together.
About Willowdown Primary School
Willowdown Primary School in Bridgwater, is a warm and inclusive community where children are encouraged to flourish together with kindness, respect and aspiration. As a Thrive‑accredited school, it places pupils’ emotional wellbeing at the centre of learning, creating a safe and supportive environment. Its creative and ambitious curriculum promotes inclusion, builds strong foundations of knowledge and offers rich, hands‑on experiences that inspire curiosity and confidence.
Willowdown Primary School is proud to be part of Futura Learning Partnership, a trust dedicated to building the brightest future for all, enabling every individual to flourish.
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
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on school website (opens in new tab)Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Willowdown Primary School
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 2 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- Size
- 361 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- rsmith@futuralearning.co.uk
Primary School with 12 classes
Arranging a visit to Willowdown Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email rsmith@futuralearning.co.uk.
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