Teaching Assistant

Wellesbourne CofE Primary School, Warwick, Warwickshire, CV35 9QG

29 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  13 September 2026

• Closing date

  19 August 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  20 July 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £13.26 Hourly Option to work at our wrap arouond care

Teaching Assistant job summary

Teaching Assistant

The Teaching Assistant plays a key role in supporting pupils to achieve their full potential, helping to create a nurturing, engaging and inclusive learning environment where every child can thrive. Working closely with teachers and other professionals, you will provide educational, pastoral and practical support both inside and outside the classroom, enabling pupils to become confident, successful and independent learners.

This rewarding role offers the opportunity to make a real difference to children's learning, development and wellbeing every day.

Key ResponsibilitiesSupporting Teaching and Learning

• Work alongside teachers to support the delivery of high-quality learning experiences.
• Provide targeted support to individual pupils and small groups to reinforce learning and help them make progress.
• Adapt support and resources to meet the varying needs of pupils, including those with additional learning needs.
• Encourage pupils to develop confidence, independence and positive learning behaviours.
• Support the preparation and organisation of classroom resources and learning activities.
• Assist in the assessment and monitoring of pupil progress, providing feedback to teaching staff.
• Promote high expectations of behaviour, achievement and participation.

Pupil Wellbeing and Pastoral Support

• Build positive relationships with pupils, helping them to feel safe, valued and included.
• Support pupils' social, emotional and personal development.
• Encourage positive behaviour and model the school's values and expectations.
• Respond appropriately to pupils' welfare needs and contribute to safeguarding procedures.
• Support pupils during transitions, educational visits and enrichment activities.

Classroom Organisation

• Help maintain a stimulating, welcoming and well-organised learning environment.
• Prepare, organise and maintain classroom resources and displays.
• Support teachers with administrative tasks that contribute to effective classroom operation.
• Assist with supervision during lessons and learning activities.

Lunchtime Support

• Supervise pupils during lunchtime, promoting positive behaviour, safety and wellbeing.
• Support pupils in the dining hall and playground, helping to create a calm, enjoyable and inclusive environment.
• Encourage positive social interactions, cooperation and good manners.
• Facilitate playground games and activities where appropriate.
• Respond to minor incidents and ensure pupils' welfare needs are met.
• Communicate any concerns regarding behaviour, wellbeing or safeguarding promptly to appropriate staff.

Wider School Contribution

• Participate in school events, trips and activities as required.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, parents and external professionals.
• Support the school's commitment to equality, inclusion and high achievement for all pupils.
• Undertake training and professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge and skills.
• Carry out other duties appropriate to the role as required by the school.

What We're Looking For

• A genuine passion for supporting children and helping them succeed.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, empathy and a positive attitude.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• A commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and pupil wellbeing.
• The ability to motivate and encourage children to achieve their best.

Why Join Us?

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a dedicated and supportive school team where every day brings new opportunities to inspire, encourage and make a positive difference to children's lives. As a Teaching Assistant, you will play an important role in helping pupils develop academically, socially and emotionally, contributing to a happy and successful school experience.

Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is at the heart of everything we do. Wellesbourne CE Primary & Nursery School and Fosse Multi Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff, volunteers and visitors to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, online checks and other pre-employment safeguarding requirements in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. We are dedicated to creating a culture where children feel safe, valued and supported, and where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility

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 school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Wellesbourne CofE Primary School

• Organisation type: Academy, Church of England, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 465 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Wellesbourne CofE Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/wellesbourne-cofe-primary-school

Wellesbourne is a ‘Good’ two form entry school (Ofsted Feb 2024) with its own Nursery, an ‘Excellent’ SIAMs report and is part of the Fosse Multi Academy Trust.

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