Teaching Assistant

West Monkton Church of England School · Taunton, South West

Teaching Assistant at West Monkton Church of England School, based in Taunton, South West. This is a permanent role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Taunton, South West
Contract
Permanent
Posted
12 hours ago
Closes
18 Oct 2026
Sector
Teaching Assistant

Reference a5cf3e6bd88963267191be78c2037183298f61ac

About the role

Teaching Assistant 

West Monkton C of E Primary School, part of The Oak Partnership Trust, is looking to recruit a Teaching Assistant to join their team.

We are seeking a flexible and adaptable individual who can respond positively to the varying needs of our pupils and school. The successful candidate will provide support to pupils on a 1:1 basis, as well as working with small intervention groups.

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Providing 1:1 support for pupils with a range of specific SEND needs, as required.
  • Supporting and delivering learning activities with small intervention groups.
  • Putting into practice adaptations to learning as identified by class teachers and the SENDCo.
  • Working collaboratively with class teachers, the Pastoral Assistant and fellow Teaching Assistants to provide effective support for pupils.
  • Further details about the role and responsibilities can be found in the job description.

Desirable experience:

  • Previous experience of working within an educational setting.
  • Experience of supporting pupils with SEND.
  • Experience of working with children with High Needs.

Salary: Grade 15 point 3, £17,571 per annum, pro rata

Hours of work:  30hrs 25min per week.  Term time only - 38 weeks per year

Start Date: ASAP

Contract: Fixed Term Contract until 31 August 2027

Applications Close: 

Please note: All positions at The Oak Partnership Trust and within our schools require appropriate references and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance due to direct access to children.

Note to all applicants - The Oak Partnership Trust reserves the right to close an advertisement to applications ahead of the advertised closure date. For this reason, shortlisting may take place prior to the closing date. With this in mind, please do not hesitate to apply early.

Reference: a5cf3e6bd88963267191be78c2037183298f61ac · Posted 12 hours ago · Closes 18 Oct 2026 · Listed via West Monkton Church of England School

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