SEN Teaching Assistant
Westover Green Community School and Autism Centre, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 7HB26 days remaining to apply
Job start date
23 February 2026
Closing date
18 January 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
23 December 2025
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Part time
Contract type
- Fixed term
Full-time equivalent salary
- Grade 3, SCP 5-6 Actual Salary £18,150.37
SEN Teaching Assistant job summary
Westover Green Community School & Autism Centre is seeking a motivated SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to provide support to our learners. 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 Westover Green Community School & Autism Centre
At Westover Green our School Motto is “Opening the gates to learning” and we endeavour to realise this in all we do. We believe, in line with the philosophy of the national curriculum, that all children have equal entitlement to a broad and balanced curriculum. Please view the school’s website to find out further information about the school Westover Green Community School and Autism Centre - Home
Westover Green is proud to be part of Futura Learning Partnership, a trust dedicated to building the brightest future for all, enabling every individual to flourish.
About You
We’re looking for someone who:
•Can work with the class teacher to raise the learning and attainment of children
• Operates with integrity
• Has a good standard of education
• Shares our belief that every child deserves the very best opportunities
Our Culture and Offer
We believe people flourish when they feel valued, supported and inspired. At Westover Green, you’ll find a collaborative culture, purposeful professional development and a shared commitment to wellbeing.
We believe people flourish when they feel valued, supported and inspired. At Westover Green, you’ll find a collaborative culture, purposeful professional development and a shared commitment to wellbeing.
All 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 our website - Futura Learning Partnership
How to Apply
To apply and find out more, please click the apply button:
Closing date: 18th January 2026 @23:59
Interviews: Date to be confirmed
Role information: Part time working 31.25 hour per week, term time only (38 weeks per year), fixed term contract until 31st August 2026.
PLEASE NOTE: Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of the advertisement.
Safeguarding
Futura Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Your suitability to work with children will form part of the selection process. For this post, pre-employment checks will include an enhanced DBS, barred-list check, two references (one from your most recent employer), health screening and online searches, in line with our safer recruitment policy.
Equal Opportunities
We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are dedicated to supporting every member of staff to reach their full potential.
Further information about the job
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.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Westover Green Community School and Autism Centre
- School type
- Academy, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 409 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
Westover Green Community School & Autism Centre caters for children between the ages of 4 and 11 and is set in the historic market town of Bridgwater, just a few miles off Junction 24 of the M5.
Our School Motto is “Opening the gates to learning” and we endeavour to realise this in all we do. We believe, in line with the philosophy of the national curriculum, that all children have equal entitlement to a broad and balanced curriculum.
MISSION STATEMENT
" To provide a safe, enjoyable and motivational environment where all children and adults are respected, accepted, valued and included, enabling children and adults, as individuals, to confidently and successfully achieve their full potential "
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