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We are actively committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be made subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS disclosure. We complete all safeguarding checks inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education and Safer Recruitment and in line with numerous school policies. Please note that holding a teaching qualification does not guarantee that an individual is suitable to work with children.

Successful applicants will need to read, and sign as understood, a number of key Safeguarding documents. See our page on keeping-children-safe

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Teaching Assistant Grade 3  Points 4-6

Teaching Assistant (Grade 3) – 25hrs per week, we will also consider mornings at 15hrs per week. (term-time only)

Closing date: Friday 17 October 2025
Interview week: Week beginning Monday 20 October 2025
Salary: Grade 3, Points 4–6 (£25,380–£26,190 pro-rata)

About the role

North Nibley C of E Primary School is seeking a caring, proactive Teaching Assistant to support learning across the school, with a strong focus on pupils with SEND. You’ll work closely with class teachers and the SENDCo to plan, deliver and adapt activities so every child can thrive.

Key responsibilities

• Provide learning and care support for pupils (including 1:1 and small-group), adapting tasks and resources to meet individual needs.
• Clarify instructions, motivate pupils, and use praise and calm, consistent strategies to keep learners on task.
• Support core skills (reading, writing, spelling, numeracy, handwriting/presentation) and social-emotional development.
• Give regular, constructive feedback to teachers and the SENDCo on learning, progress, behaviour and the impact of strategies used.
• Help create/prepare resources, accompany educational visits, and support pupils during assessments as required.
• Consistently apply school policies (Safeguarding/Child Protection, Behaviour, Health & Safety, Inclusion, Teaching & Learning, Equal Opportunities).

Person specification

Essential

• Experience working with primary-aged pupils and supporting children with SEND in 1:1 or small-group contexts.
• Calm, friendly manner; strong communication with children and adults; commitment to inclusion and high expectations.
• Ability to follow guidance while using initiative; record and reflect on pupil progress sensitively.
• GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths; safeguarding training (or willingness to complete).

Desirable

• NVQ Level 2 in Supporting Teaching & Learning (or equivalent).
• Experience supporting speech, language, social or emotional needs; confidence with visual/alternative communication methods.
• Ability to lead activities that promote social interaction, emotional wellbeing or sensory regulation.

Safeguarding and pre-employment checks

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. The role is subject to an enhanced DBS check, online search checks in line with KCSIE, verification of the right to work in the UK, satisfactory references, and a health clearance.

How to apply

Please complete the application form and provide a short supporting statement explaining how your experience matches this role. Email your application to head@northnibley.gloucs.sch.uk (subject line: Teaching Assistant Application). For informal enquiries, contact the school office or email the Headteacher at the address above.

TA Job-Description Full-time_2025.pdf

TA-Personal-Specificiation_2025.pdf

Teaching Assistant  (Part time)   Grade 3  Points 4-6