Key Role Information

Salary
£24,796FTE
Job type
Part Time
Contract type
Fixed Term
Closing
23/03/2026 09:00
Interview
26th March
Contract term
TTO - Term time only
Pay grade
NJC B3
Department
Teaching Assistants
Key stage
Not Applicable
Hours per week
25.50
Weeks per year
38.000
Visa sponsorship
No

Your Role

First Federation Trust, a multi academy trust of 29 primary schools across Devon and Dorset are looking for an enthusiastic, flexible and highly motivated individual to work alongside the class teacher across all areas of the curriculum at Whitchurch Primary School


This is a fixed term position until 31st August 2026 for 25.5 hours per week (with the possibility that it will be extended).


We are looking for an enthusiastic, dedicated and highly motivated individual to support a pupil with complex needs and you may also be required to provide support to SEND pupils in small groups as directed by the Class Teacher. You will be values driven and will care deeply about improving outcomes for all children. 


The successful candidate will be required to:

  • Establish constructive relationships with the pupil and encourage interaction with others
  • To promote inclusion through the development of social skills, language and emotional well-being.
  • Liaise with other professionals both within and outside the school
  • You will be expected to show a high degree of initiative and be able to react to given situations with integrity and compassion


We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS disclosure is required for this post. Our Child Protection policy can be found on the school's website. All shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search. 


First Federation Trust require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.


All shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search. Applications supported by recruitment agencies will not be considered.



Qualifications

GCSEs including Maths and English (Grade A-C/4-9) or equivalentdesirable

Skills

Abilities, Skills and Knowledge

Able to promote inclusion of all pupilsessential
Able to interact positively with a group of children or on a one-to-one basisessential
Aware of the expectation to approach difference positively and able to adopt an inclusive approach to pupils of all backgroundsessential
Able to use ICT equipment e.g. iPads, Chromebooksessential
Able to build effective working relationships with pupils and adultsessential
Good literacy and numeracy skills equivalent to at least level 2 of the National Qualifications Frameworkessential
Able to manage children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and to be able to work effectively with them.essential
Able to interact positively with a group of children or on a one-to-one basisessential
Able to promote inclusion of all pupilsessential
Able to use ICT equipment e.g. iPads, Chromebooksessential
Able to build effective working relationships with pupils and adultsessential
Good literacy and numeracy skills equivalent to at least level 2 of the National Qualifications Frameworkessential
Aware of the expectation to approach difference positively and able to adopt an inclusive approach to pupils of all backgroundsessential
Awareness of school policies and procedures relating to Child Protection, Health & Safety and Data Protection
Able to undertake structured and agreed learning activities, adjusting activities according to pupil's responses as well as working on own initiative
Good knowledge of the primary national curriculum
Able to manage children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and to be able to work effectively with them.
Awareness of school policies and procedures relating to Child Protection, Health & Safety and Data Protection
Good knowledge of the primary national curriculum
Able to undertake structured and agreed learning activities, adjusting activities according to pupil's responses as well as working on own initiative

Experience

Experience of working with children/young peopleessential
Experience of working in a school or educational settingessential
Experience of working with children/young people with SENDessential
Experience of working in a school or educational settingessential
Experience of working with children/young people with SEND
Experience of planning and delivering learning activities
Experience of planning and delivering learning activities

Personal Attributes

Committed to promoting the ethos and values of the schoolessential
Able to maintain confidentiality at all timesessential
Highly committed to the personal growth and development of childrenessential
A strong personality with an ability to be consistent and firm when handling behaviour issues in line with the school’s policiesessential
Able to develop a positive relationship with children and families.essential
Able to remain calm in stressful situationsessential
Able to work effectively as part of a teamessential
Compassionate and resilientessential
Committed to promoting the ethos and values of the schoolessential
Able to maintain confidentiality at all timesessential
Highly committed to the personal growth and development of childrenessential
A strong personality with an ability to be consistent and firm when handling behaviour issues in line with the school’s policiesessential
Able to develop a positive relationship with children and families.essential
Able to remain calm in stressful situationsessential
Able to work effectively as part of a teamessential
Compassionate and resilientessential
Adaptability and willingness to work in different age groups if required
Experience of employing de-escalation techniques with children
Experience of employing de-escalation techniques with children
Adaptability and willingness to work in different age groups if required

Qualifications

Educated to GCSE standard or equivalent, including English and Maths and Grade 4 (previously Grade C) or aboveessential
Educated to GCSE standard or equivalent, including English and Maths and Grade 4 (previously Grade C) or aboveessential
First Aid qualification or willingness to gain one
Diploma in supporting pupils or equivalent
Specific SEND-related qualifications
First Aid qualification or willingness to gain one
Diploma in supporting pupils or equivalent

About Us


Whitchurch Community Primary School

Abigail Croot

office@whitchurch-primary.devon.sch.uk

Whitchurch
Tavistock
Devon
PL19 9SR

Safeguarding Information

First Federation Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This role requires an enhanced DBS disclosure. 


The specific Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy for each of our schools can be found in the safeguarding section of their website, together with information about who the Designated Safeguarding Lead and other Level 3 trained staff are. 


All shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search. Applications supported by recruitment agencies will not be considered.