Teaching Assistant and Playworker - SEN x 2

Welton St Mary's Church of England Primary Academy, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN2 3LA

10 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  19 November 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  9 November 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Term time, part time: 20 hours over 4 days, term time plus INSET days/twilights (39 weeks): TA and Playworker - SEN - Vacancy A: Mon & Weds - 9:15 - 3:45pm (30 min break) Thurs & Fri - 9:30 - 1:30pm Tues - off TA and Playworker - SEN - Vacancy B: Mon & Thurs - 9:30 - 1:30pm Tues & Fri - 9:15 - 3:45pm (30 min break) Weds - off
• Contract type: Fixed term - Until 21st July 2027
• Full time equivalent salary: £25,614 - £26,846
• Actual salary: £13,722 - £14,382
• Pay scale: G3 SCP 6 - 9

What skills and experience we're looking for

Do you want to work in a team that makes a difference to young people?

We are seeking to recruit a teaching assistant and playworker who:

• Has experience and skills to work with pupils with specific educational needs within a mainstream setting
• Is able to support the professional work of the teacher within the classroom
• Has a desire to enthuse and inspire children with a range of needs
• Is effective in forming positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents
• Has good communication and organisational skills
• Demonstrates the ability to work proactively and with flexibility as part of a team
• Has a ‘can do’ positive attitude and a willingness to go the extra mile
• Has experience in supporting children with social and emotional needs

The successful candidate will be required to support individual pupils and small groups leading interventions and SEND targets. There will be opportunities for professional development in aspects of SEND and teaching and learning.

If you are looking for a school where the children are enthusiastic learners, where there is a strong, positive culture of learning behaviours and where you can grow professionally, please book a time to come and visit by phoning 01673 860339 or emailing vacancies@welton-st-marys.lincs.sch.uk. For an application form and further details please look on our school website vacancies page.

There are two vacancies available; in your application form, please specify which vacancy (A, B or both) you are applying for.

Interviews to be held: w/c 23rd November 2026

Thank you in advance to applicants who take the time to apply for the above position. If you have not heard by close of business on 23rd November, please assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Fluency Duty:

In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at please with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

What the school offers its staff

• Competitive Salary - All roles (except apprentices) offer a minimum hourly rate above National Living Wage, with salary progression
• Pension Scheme - LGPS pension scheme with minimum employer contribution of 16.5%
• Professional development - Individual development plus high-quality professional development from LEAD Teaching School Hub and the Diocese.
• Flu vaccinations - Free seasonal flu vaccinations for employees who are not otherwise eligible, ensuring health and well-being.
• Employee Assistance Programme - Free 24/7 support for employees offering counselling and resources for emotional, financial and legal issues.
• Occupational Health - Free services available to support employee well-being and promote a healthy work environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join Welton St Mary’s Church of England Primary Academy and play an important role in our relentless drive for continued success. This post offers a fantastic chance to become part of an exceptional team in our ambitious and forward-thinking Academy serving a thriving and supportive community.

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.

There may be opportunities for additional ad hoc hours to support the operational needs of the school.

Commitment to safeguarding

Welton St Mary’s Church of England Primary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Offers of employment are subject to the following checks where relevant: childcare disqualification, enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service with Children’s Barred List (DBS), medical, online and social media searches, prohibition from teaching, Right to Work, satisfactory references and suitability to work with children. All Pre employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education”.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Welton St Mary's Church of England Primary Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 389 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Welton St Mary's Church of England Primary Academy website
• Email address: vacancies@welton-st-marys.lincs.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01673 860339
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/welton-st-mary-s-church-of-england-primary-academy

Welcome from the Headteacher:

It is a great privilege to be the Headteacher of Welton St Mary’s Church of England Primary Academy. Welton St Mary’s is a wonderful school- a thriving learning community – where every child is encouraged to discover and nurture his and her special gifts and talents through a stimulating curriculum.

We have a very committed and dedicated team of staff who work incredibly hard to provide a safe and secure environment where every child can learn, flourish and thrive – academically, emotionally, socially, physically and spiritually. We aim to give each and every child the best experiences possible to enable them to grow into confident, responsible and successful adults, knowing that if they work hard to do the very best they can, they can aspire to be whatever they want to be.

We are fortunate to receive tremendous support from our parents and carers. The home- school partnership is one of exceptional importance to us as we firmly believe that this is the key to ensuring successful learning for each and every child.

The continued success of our school is dependent upon the strength of the partnerships we build with everyone in our school community including local preschools, secondary schools and St Mary’s Church. Each of these partnerships is built on a basis of mutual trust and understanding enabling us all work together for our children.

At Welton St Mary’s each and every child’s happiness and success is at the heart of all that we do.
I look forward to welcoming you to Welton St Mary’s Church of England Primary Academy where you can see why our school is so special.

Together we care, learn and thrive.

Mrs N Gough
Headteacher

As an inclusive Christian community we value each person, seeking to release everyone’s full potential as promised by Jesus Christ. We seek to provide a safe, inspiring and creative learning environment providing opportunities for all to flourish. Through challenge, support and care, we strive for excellence in all that we do; always building on the foundations of shared values with consistently high expectations rooted in God’s love. Together we are encouraged to be agents of positive change in this world.

Arranging a visit to Welton St Mary's Church of England Primary Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email vacancies@welton-st-marys.lincs.sch.uk.

School location

Get a job alert when similar jobs are listed

Find more school jobs in Lincoln and Lincolnshire and Lincoln