12 days remaining to apply

  • Start date details

    As soon as possible

  • Closing date

    23 November 2026 at 12pm (midday)

  • Date listed

    11 November 2026

Job details

Job role

  • Teaching assistant

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2

Working pattern

Full time: 32.5 hours per week, term time only

Contract type

Permanent

Full time equivalent salary

FTE £28,598 to £30,024 per annum pro-rata (actual Salary £22,255.23 to £23,364.96)

Pay scale

Grade 7A-E

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint three Teaching Assistant Level 3 (TA3) staff to join our dedicated and supportive team:

  • Two positions based at our School Lane site, Newport
  • One position based at our Chillerton site

Be Part of Something Special

At Medina House School, we are committed to helping every child thrive. We are a specialist primary school supporting pupils aged 4-11 with a wide range of additional needs across our two sites in Newport and Chillerton. Our pupils have diverse learning profiles and benefit from highly personalised support that enables them to achieve success both academically and personally.

We are looking to appoint enthusiastic, experienced and caring Teaching Assistants Level 3 to join our hardworking team. Two positions are based at our School Lane site in Newport, which supports pupils with a broad range of needs and abilities. One position is based at our Chillerton site, which supports pupils with complex learning difficulties and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

As a Teaching Assistant Level 3, you will play a key role in supporting pupils to achieve their full potential. You will lead small group work, deliver interventions, support learning within the classroom and provide cover for class teachers when required. You will work closely with teachers, therapists and families to help pupils overcome barriers to learning and achieve positive outcomes.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

  • Holds a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.
  • Has a minimum of three years' relevant experience.
  • Has experience working with primary-aged pupils.
  • Is confident leading learning activities and providing class cover when required.
  • Is nurturing, resilient, flexible and enthusiastic.
  • Has excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  • Is committed to securing the very best outcomes for children with additional needs.

What the school offers its staff

Why Join Us?

  • Be part of a welcoming and supportive staff team.
  • Access ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
  • Work in a rewarding specialist setting where every day brings new opportunities to make a difference.
  • Help shape positive futures for children and their families.
  • Join a school that values teamwork, inclusion, ambition and positive relationships.

We are looking for people who see potential before barriers and who are committed to helping every child succeed.

Visits Welcome

We strongly encourage prospective applicants to visit the school and see first-hand the difference we make. To arrange a visit, please contact us using the details above.

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

This council and its schools recruit according to the council’s Safer Recruitment Policy and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to have an enhanced DBS check and share in this commitment.
This School is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

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About Medina House School

Organisation type
Special school, ages 4 to 11
Size
149 pupils enrolled
Age range
4 to 11
Ofsted report
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Website
Medina House School website
Email address
admin@medinahouse.iow.sch.uk
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MEDINA HOUSE SCHOOL, School Lane, Newport, Isle of Wight PO30 2HS

Tel: 01983 522917 E-mail: finance@medinahouse.iow.sch.uk
Web: www.medinahouseschool.co.uk

Headteacher: Julie Beadsworth

Arranging a visit to Medina House School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email admin@medinahouse.iow.sch.uk.

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