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Teaching Assistant SEN 1-1

St Joseph's RC Primary School and Nursery, Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire, HR9 5AW

18 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  7 July 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  17 June 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1
• Working pattern: Full time: 30 hours per week Monday - Friday term time only
• Contract type: Fixed term - for the duration of the pupil's primary education
• Full-time equivalent salary: Between £17,008.04 and £17,551.00

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint a dedicated, enthusiastic, and caring Teaching Assistant to join our supportive team at St. Joseph’s Catholic Primary School. Working under the guidance of the Headteacher and other designated professionals, you will play a key role in supporting the education, wellbeing, and development of a pupil with special educational needs.

The successful candidate will help meet the pupil’s educational, medical, and social needs, while encouraging independence and promoting positive outcomes in all aspects of school life.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is committed to supporting children with additional needs.

• Has a caring, patient, and positive approach.

• Shares and supports the values and ethos of the school.

• Is willing to undertake relevant training and professional development.

Previous experience of working with children with complex needs would be highly desirable.

Please note that this position is linked to the continued attendance of the pupil at St. Joseph’s Catholic Primary School. St. Joseph’s Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

The successful applicant will be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, along with other pre-employment checks.

What the school offers its staff

At St Joseph's, we are proud of our caring, nurturing and inclusive environment where children are encouraged to flourish. We value our staff and recognise the important role they play in providing exceptional experiences for children and families.

This role offers the opportunity to:

• Make a genuine impact on the lives of children and families.

•Work within a supportive and welcoming school community.

• Access ongoing professional development opportunities.

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

An enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service certificate will be requested for the successful candidate in accordance with Safeguarding Children and Safer Recruitment in Education legislation. This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Applying for the job

Please complete the online application.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

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

Teaching Assistant - Job Description.pdf - 113 KB (opens in new tab)

Person Specification - Teaching Assistant Level 2.pdf - 95.5 KB (opens in new tab)

About St Joseph's RC Primary School and Nursery

• School type: Local authority maintained school, Roman Catholic, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 174 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: St Joseph's RC Primary School and Nursery website
• Email address: admin@st-josephs.hereford.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01989 564655
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/st-joseph-s-rc-primary-school-ross-on-wye

We are a happy and thriving Catholic school, providing a broad and balanced curriculum. We take a holistic approach to education; focusing on developing the whole child with Christ at the centre of all we do.
At St Joseph’s we ensure that every child enjoys and achieves, whilst developing the confidence to be independent learners who know how to make informed decisions about the choices they make in life. We are a one form entry school, with 174 pupils currently on roll. We also have an all year round nursery from 0 - 4 year old's.

Arranging a visit to St Joseph's RC Primary School and Nursery

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email admin@st-josephs.hereford.sch.uk.

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