Teaching Assistant

Job Description

We are seeking a confident Teaching Assistant to support the Year 3 classroom teacher to help facilitate the active participation of high need’s children in the academic and social activities of the school.

This will be a part time post, working 5 days a week on a temporary contract up to 31st March 2026 initially. This may be extended dependant on the needs of the children.

St Helen’s is an outward looking primary school with a real sense of purpose. It plays a central role in the heart of Bluntisham’s community. We are a small village school where staff and children are committed to working together.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is committed to raising achievement for all of our pupils;
• Fully committed to the role of working alongside a pupil with Additional Needs
• Experienced in working with children with Special Educational Needs.
• Experienced in supporting children with emotional regulation difficulties
• Experienced at supporting children in developing their social interaction and social communication skills
• Experienced in helping children to understand risk and how to keep themselves safe
• Experienced in working with children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs
• Motivated, energetic and has a flexible and innovative approach to learning
• Passionate about providing the best opportunities possible for our children
• Committed to working as part of a hard-working and dedicated team
• Flexible and adaptable
• Calm and patient

We will offer you:

• Strong strategic leadership and a commitment to achieving high standards
• A vibrant learning community with enthusiastic pupils and a hard working team
• A commitment to your professional development.
• Access to Education Mutual health care support

Application Instructions

If you would like further details or would like to arrange a visit to the school, please contact Amie Lill, School Business Manager for an application pack on [contact hidden]. Find out more information about our school at: https://www.sthelensprimary.org/

Please refer to the job description and the personal specification when applying; outlining what skills, qualities and experience you can offer.

Safeguarding and Pre-employment Clearances

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The offer of employment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including the right to work in the UK, ISA registration, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, online search, medical check and two satisfactory references.