Teaching Assistant

Beech Grove Primary School, Wellington, Somerset, TA21 8NE

25 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  5 October 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  10 September 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1
• Working pattern: Part time (Can be done as a job share): Up to 32.5 hours per week; Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 3.30pm, term-time only
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: Between £24,796 and £25,989 depending on experience
• Pay scale: Grade 15 to Grade 14
• Hourly rate: £12.85 to £13.47

What skills and experience we're looking for

The ideal candidate:

• Has experience of working with primary-aged pupils, including those with SEN and/or SEMH needs.
• Is patient, resilient and committed to building positive, trusting relationships with children.
• Understands the importance of emotional regulation, routine and consistency in supporting vulnerable pupils.
• Is confident supporting individual pupils, small groups and whole-class learning, adapting activities to meet a range of needs.
• Is flexible and able to respond positively to changing needs throughout the school day.
• Is solution-focused, calm under pressure and able to respond positively to challenges.
• Has high expectations for all pupils and a strong commitment to inclusion.
• Works well as part of a team and communicates effectively with staff, parents and professionals.

What the school offers its staff

In return, we can offer:

• The opportunity to be part of a highly committed team who are passionate about their school and determined to see all pupils succeed.
• A happy and supportive working environment where everyone's contributions are valued.
• Keen and enthusiastic children who want to learn.
• Encouragement to develop new ideas and the opportunity to make a real difference.
• High-quality training and a commitment to your professional development.
• A culture that prioritises staff wellbeing and collaborative working.

Flexible working opportunities

We are committed to supporting work-life balance and attracting high-quality talent to our team. We are open to discussing alternative flexible patterns. For the right candidate, we are happy to consider part-time hours or an adjusted working schedule. We encourage exceptional candidates looking for flexibility to apply and discuss how this role could work for them.

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.

At Beech Grove, we are proud of our strong sense of teamwork and commitment to excellence. Our pupils are achieving more than ever, and we’re looking for someone who will help us continue that journey. We invest in our staff through high-quality training, professional development, and wellbeing support.

We are seeking a compassionate, skilled and proactive professional to join our inclusive and welcoming school as a teaching assistant supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs.

The successful candidate will provide support to pupils across the school, including some 1:1 support for a pupil in Key Stage 1, alongside more general classroom deployment and the delivery of targeted interventions. This is a varied role that requires flexibility, initiative and a commitment to helping all pupils achieve their full potential.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference to pupils who need consistent, nurturing and structured support to thrive. You will join a forward-thinking team where staff wellbeing, collaboration and professional growth are valued and prioritised.

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS.

Part of our safer recruitment process includes carrying out online searches for all shortlisted candidates. This process will involve recording any information that suggests a candidate may: be unqualified for the role; pose a safeguarding risk; or risk damaging the school's reputation. By submitting an application for the advertised post, you are giving consent for these searches to be carried out.

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.

About Beech Grove Primary School

• Organisation type: Local authority maintained school, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 244 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Beech Grove Primary School website
• Email address: office@beechgrove.somerset.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01823662438
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/beech-grove-primary-school

Large Primary School in the heart of Wellington, Somerset

Arranging a visit to Beech Grove Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email office@beechgrove.somerset.sch.uk.

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