Named Pupil Teaching Assistant
Malmesbury Church of England Primary School, Malmesbury, Wiltshire, SN16 9JRThis job expired on 30 September 2026 – see similar jobs
Job start date
2 November 2026
Closing date
30 September 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
9 September 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 1
Working pattern
- Part time: 8.40 – 12.40, Tuesday to Friday (16 hours per week) 38.00 working weeks per year plus 5.7 to 6.69 paid holiday (depending on your Wiltshire Schools’ continuous service). You are required to work throughout the school term time.
Contract type
- Fixed term - Contract will run until August 2027. (The contract may be renewed in September but this will depend on placement of child and funding)
Full time equivalent salary
- £25,989 - £26,824
Actual salary
- £9,418.79 - £9,941.63
Pay scale
- Grade E Point 6-8
What skills and experience we're looking for
This is a job working with a child working in Year 1 within a friendly, supportive and communicative team in a school that has a good reputation for SEN provision.
You will be based in class supporting a child that has speech and language difficulties who needs support with communication and learning. The job will involve some intimate care. The job will be working the morning and supervising lunchtime.
We’re Looking for Someone Who:
- Is confident working 1:1, in small groups, and within a whole-class setting.
- Can work closely with teachers, the SENDCo, and colleagues to support learning and behaviour.
- Brings warmth, patience, and resilience to the role.
- Builds strong, positive relationships with children and parents.
- Promotes self-esteem, inclusion, and emotional development.
✨ If you are enthusiastic about supporting children to thrive and want to be part of a positive, forward-thinking school, we would love to hear from you!
What the school offers its staff
Malmesbury C of E Primary School is a vibrant, two-form entry school, rated ‘Good’ with outstanding behaviour by Ofsted in June 2024. We are proud of our dedicated team, who make learning stimulating, enjoyable, and meaningful for every child. This year the school will expand its buildings as part of a multi-million pound STEAM learning project funded by the James Dyson Foundation.
Why Join Us?
At Malmesbury, inclusion is at the heart of what we do. Our SEND provision is built on teamwork – no one works in isolation. Ofsted recently praised our approach:
“The school is aspirational for pupils with SEND. Staff have the expertise they need to ensure these pupils benefit from adaptations across subjects. This helps pupils with SEND to progress successfully alongside their peers.”
We Offer:
- Wonderful children who enjoy learning.
- A welcoming, supportive staff team who value humour and teamwork.
- An engaged school community, including parents and governors.
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
- A strong wellbeing support network.
- Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
Further information about the job
Contract Information
These are temporary contracts, linked to individual pupil funding or the pupil remaining on roll. The contract will end if either condition changes.
How to Apply
We warmly encourage visits to our school – please contact the office on 01666 823514 or email hr@malmesbury-pri.wilts.sch.uk to arrange a time.
Application packs are available from our website: www.malmesburyprimaryschool.co.uk
Safeguarding Statement
Malmesbury 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. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and, in line with current regulations, an online profile check for shortlisted applicants.
Please note: we reserve the right to close vacancies early if we receive sufficient applications for a role, or if circumstances change.
Commitment to safeguarding
Malmesbury 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. All applicants will be subject to a full Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed. In line with safeguarding regulations,an online profile check will be conducted for shortlisted applicants.
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Malmesbury Church of England Primary School
- Organisation type
- Academy, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- Size
- 410 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- hr@malmesbury-pri.wilts.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01666823514
Malmesbury C of E Primary School is a vibrant, two-form entry school rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted in June 2024. With a dedicated and enthusiastic team, we strive to make learning both stimulating and enjoyable, ensuring every child experiences an exciting, rewarding, and meaningful educational journey. The SLT are committed to maintaining work-life balance and supporting the well-being of all staff.
Arranging a visit to Malmesbury Church of England Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hr@malmesbury-pri.wilts.sch.uk.
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