Teaching Assistant at Wiltshire Council

Amesbury, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Jul, 26

Salary

19337.0

Posted On

21 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Classroom support, Literacy support, Mathematics support, Behavioral management, Special educational needs support, Individual education plans, First aid, Clerical duties, Student motivation, Inclusion support, Personal care, Resource development

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Salary: £19,337 per annum Hours: 32.5 hours per week, term time only Contract: Permanent This is not a Wiltshire Council vacancy therefore please contact Amesbury Archer Primary School for further information. A bit about us: We are a large Primary School based in Amesbury. We offer a warm, supportive environment along with robust professional challenge and a strong sense of shared vision and ethos: our aim is that every student fulfils their potential and that, through an excellent education in one of our schools, their life chances are significantly enhanced. All about the role: We are currently recruiting a Teaching Assistant , working 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8.15-15.15. You will be contracted to work 38 weeks per year with the expectation you will attend two TD days as additional hours. Salary is £19337 actual per year. We require someone with a positive, “can do” attitude to work as a Teaching Assistant at our school. You will be supporting the teacher with pupils’ learning either in groups or 1:1 work The exact tasks will depend on the learning support needs of the pupil/s but may include * Clarifying and explaining instructions * Ensuring pupils are able to use equipment and materials provided * Motivating and supporting pupils * Assisting in weaker areas e.g. language, reading, spelling, handwriting, presentation * Helping pupils to concentrate on and finish work set * Meeting physical needs as required whilst promoting independence * Liaising with class teacher and SENCO about Individual Education Plans/EHCPs * As specified by the teacher, developing appropriate resources to support pupils 2. Supporting pupils’ self esteem, inclusion and behavioural development e.g. * Encouraging an acceptance and inclusion of the pupil with special needs * Developing methods of promoting/reinforcing the pupil’s self esteem and independence * Providing individual supervision in and out of the classroom for pupils with behavioural problems * Establishing a supportive relationship with pupils * Reinforcing the school’s ethos e.g. expectations of behaviour within class and elsewhere on the school site * Supervising pupils on outings, school activities 3. Provide physical/personal care to pupils when required e.g. * Helping with dressing/ toileting 4. Supporting the teacher/s e.g. * As specified by the teacher, adapting and interpreting lessons and instructions to pupils * In conjunction with the class teacher (and other professionals as appropriate) to develop system/s of recording pupil progress and contribute to the maintenance of this record * Providing regular feedback about pupils to the teacher/s * Clerical duties e.g. photocopying and collating materials 5. Supporting the curriculum * Support the delivery of the Literacy and Mathematics Strategy along with other aspects of both the National Curriculum and the enhanced curriculum offered by the school. 6. Supporting the school e.g. * Assisting with setting up, storing and retrieving and general maintenance of classroom equipment and teaching aids e.g. computers and computer software, resources, indoor and outdoor play equipment, photographic equipment etc. * Helping to ensure the hygiene of the teaching environment in cases of sickness or soiling * Administering minor first aid under the guidance of a qualified person Find out more and apply: For further information please contact the School Business Manager on 01980 625944. Applications can be made through the website www.amesburyarcher.wilts.sch.uk/Vacancies [https://www.amesburyarcher.wilts.sch.uk/Vacancies] Closing date (and time): 1 May 2026 Interview date: Week beginning 11 May 2026 Commencement date: 1 June 2026 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. All applicants will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY VIA THE APPLY BUTTON BELOW. Applications must be made via the instructions provided above. Applications or CV's submitted via the apply button will not be considered.

Responsibilities

The Teaching Assistant will support teachers with pupil learning in groups or 1:1, including clarifying instructions and assisting with literacy and mathematics. They are also responsible for supporting pupils' self-esteem, inclusion, and behavioral development throughout the school day.