Job Introduction
We are looking to appoint Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join our school in September 2026, working with children with additional needs in EYFS/KS1. This is a temporary part time position. Please indicate your preferred working days when submitting your application. Working hours are flexible and can be negotiated.
We are looking for someone with the following qualities:
- Highly motivated with clear expectations of the role
- Experience of working within a school environment
- Experience of working with children with additional needs
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Professionalism and respect for confidentiality
We can offer you:
- The opportunity to join our St. Nicks’ family and be part of a happy team who work well together
- A positive, friendly and well-organised working environment
- Clear structure, support and respect for your role
- Training opportunities
Pay Grade 5 – £25,584 – £26,403 pro rata (actual salary £10,122 – £10,446) .
Hours of work: 17.5 hours per week – term time only
Closing date for applications: Wednesday 1st July at 12pm
Interview date: Tuesday 7th July 2026
Please visit our website for a detailed job description, person specification and the application form - https://stnicholasprimaryschool.org.uk/our-school/staff-vacancies/
Visits to the school are welcomed: please email admin.2352@stnicholasprimaryschool.org.uk or telephone 01865 242838 to make an appointment.
Completed online applications must be submitted to admin.2352@stnicholasprimaryschool.org.uk. We are unable to accept CVs as part of the application process.
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.