Teaching Assistant Role (supporting a child with significant medical needs)

The Leasingham St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Sleaford, Lincolnshire, NG34 8JS

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  13 July 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  29 June 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years
• Working pattern: Part time: Hours: The role will be split between two members of staff 1). 8:45am – 12:30pm daily (18 hours 45 minutes per week) 2). 12:15pm – 3:25pm daily (15 hours 50 minutes per week)
• Contract type: Fixed term - Length of time child attends school and in receipt of funding
• Full-time equivalent salary: Salary: G3.6 (£24,796) - G3.9 (£25,989) FTE

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for two kind, caring and dedicated individuals to work specifically with a child with significant medical needs in our Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). The roles will focus on supporting the child’s learning, wellbeing and inclusion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Working under the direction of the class teacher to support the child’s learning

and development

• Providing personal care and supporting medical needs in line with school policies

and individual health plans

• Helping the child access lessons, activities and social time safely and confidently
• Supporting positive behaviour and inclusion so the child can participate fully in

school life

• Build good professional relationships with children and colleagues
• Work effectively as part of a team
• Maintain a warm, positive outlook

About you – the ideal candidate:

You will be someone who:

• Is warm, patient and committed to putting children first
• Is sympathetic to our Christian vision and values
• Communicates clearly and respectfully with children, staff and parents
• Can follow detailed health care plans and remain calm in medical or personal

care situations

• Works well as part of a team and shows initiative when supporting planned

activities

• Has basic literacy and numeracy skills (GCSE level or equivalent) and a

willingness to learn and develop professionally

This role requires sensitivity, discretion and the ability to follow guidance and established procedures (including safeguarding and behaviour expectations).

What the school offers its staff

What we offer:

• A supportive, friendly staff team and a village school community
• The chance to have a direct, positive impact on a child’s education and wellbeing
• Opportunities for further professional development
• Work within a values-driven, inclusive environment

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

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 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 The Leasingham St Andrew's Church of England Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 196 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: The Leasingham St Andrew's Church of England Primary School website
• Email address: enquiries@st-andrews.lincs.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01529 302388
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-leasingham-st-andrew-s-church-of-england-primary-school

St Andrew's is a happy, family embracing school. We were judged ‘good’ by Ofsted (January 2023) and recognised by SIAMS to be living up to our foundation as a Church School (February 2025).

The school is located in the picturesque village of Leasingham, near Sleaford, and provides a well-equipped and nurturing environment for our delightful children.

Arranging a visit to The Leasingham St Andrew's Church of England Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email enquiries@st-andrews.lincs.sch.uk.

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