13 days remaining to apply

  • Start date details

    As soon as possible

  • Closing date

    12 May 2026 at 11:59pm

  • Date listed

    29 April 2026

Job details

Job role

  • Teaching assistant

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Early years

Working pattern

Part time: 11.50am - 3.20pm Monday to Friday

Contract type

Fixed term - 1 Term

Full-time equivalent salary

£24,413 - £25,583

What skills and experience we're looking for

Qualifications and Experience

Maths and English GCSE or equivalent

Experience of working with SEN children

Willingness to participate in a general TA induction programme

The post holder is responsible for ensuring that the school child protection policy is adhered to and concerns are raised in accordance with this policy.

Has a knowledge of special educational needs and experience of enabling those with ASD

Awareness of and willing to promote the schools social inclusion policies and practices.

To be able to ensure that all pupils are included as part of the school.

Ability to use basic technology i.e. photo-copier, computer, video and digital camera.

To be able to create displays and assist with projects and say to day work.

Able to communicate effectively with children, parents and other staff.

Able to motivate and encourage pupils.

It is extremely important that the post holder enjoys working with children so that they are able to deal with all situations in a caring and empathetic manner.

What the school offers its staff

The school has a lovely, warm, family feeling and the children are polite, kind and caring. Every child is known as an individual, feels part of the school family and is always keen and eager to learn. Visitors constantly comment on our welcoming and friendly atmosphere. We may be small but we are a dynamic, vibrant and forward thinking school.

Our staff are a brilliant team who not only care about each other and work well together but also strive to give the children their very best.

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 school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.

Applying for the job

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

About Shaw-cum-Donnington C.E. Primary School

School type
Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 3 to 11
Education phase
Primary school
School size
85 pupils enrolled
Age range
3 to 11
Ofsted report
View Ofsted report
Phone number
0163540971

What makes us so special?
The school has a lovely, warm, family feeling and the children are polite, kind and caring. Every child is known as an individual, feels part of the school family and is always keen and eager to learn. Visitors constantly comment on our welcoming and friendly atmosphere. We may be small but we are a dynamic, vibrant and forward thinking school.

Our staff are a brilliant team who not only care about each other and work well together but also strive to give the children their very best.

We have a superb semi-rural location on the edge of Newbury with excellent access to major transport links.

Arranging a visit to Shaw-cum-Donnington C.E. Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email finance@shaw.w-berks.sch.uk.

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