SEN Teaching Assistant

Worth Primary School, Poynton, Cheshire, SK12 1QA

20 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2025

• Closing date

  12 June 2025 at 9am

• Date listed

  22 May 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1
• Working pattern: Part time: 18 hours per week to be worked over 3 days. Working days must include Monday and Wednesday but the third day can be agreed with the appointed candidate.
• Contract type: Fixed term - 1 year
• Full-time equivalent salary: £24,790 - £27,269

What skills and experience we're looking for

The Headteacher and Trustees of Worth Primary School are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated part-time Primary/EYFS Teaching Assistant who has high expectations for all pupils to join our hardworking and friendly team.

The position will comprise of 1:1 or small group working with children in Key Stage 1 who require support regulating their emotions as well as accessing their education in and out of the classroom. Candidates must be flexible, able to use their initiative and possess a good sense of humour for working with young children. Our goal is for every child to reach their potential so we are seeking someone special who will strive to help children to reach their goals regardless of their barriers to learning.

Previous experience of working in a primary school/EYFS setting would be an advantage but not compulsory.

Please read the applicant information which contains the person specification and job description for more details. Applications should be accompanied by a supporting letter which evidences that you meet all essential criteria from the person specification.

What the school offers its staff

Free parking

Employee Assistance Programme

Generous Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working opportunities

Part time hours - 3 days per week

Further details about the role

Please read person specification and job description for this role.

Commitment to safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and external agencies to share this commitment.

Successful candidates will be asked to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs are not accepted.

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.

Additional documents

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

SEN Teaching Assistant Person Spec 2025.docx - 31.3 KB (opens in new tab)

SEN Teaching Assistant Job Description 2025.docx - 33.2 KB (opens in new tab)

SEN TA Application Form - Blank.doc - 140 KB (opens in new tab)

About Worth Primary School

• School type: Academy, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 206 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Worth Primary School website
• Email address: sbm@worth.cheshire.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01625 875900
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/worth-primary-school-poynton

Worth Primary School is a Single Academy Trust based within the thriving town of Poynton in East Cheshire. A single form entry school providing primary education for pupils from the ages of 4-11 years and currently has 206 pupils on roll.

The school is popular and well-regarded in the local community. It recently celebrated its 60th birthday. We are proud of our history and excited about our future.

We are a warm and friendly school dedicated to creating a safe, stimulating and happy learning environment for all of our children to thrive. Our child centred approach to teaching and learning prioritises individual needs and develops children who have a real love of learning and a strong foundation for their future. Great importance and emphasis are placed on having a positive and respectful attitude in and out of the classroom. Worth values the views of everyone involved in the school and respects any constructive feedback from the staff, governors, parents and, most importantly, the pupils.

Arranging a visit to Worth Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email sbm@worth.cheshire.sch.uk.

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