Vacancy Details

Description

TA - Additional Needs Level 2 required a.s.a.p.

Fixed term contract ending 17 July 2026

11.25 hours per week, term time only (Mon-Fri 1.15-3.30pm)

Grade 4 SCP 5-6

The Governors of Pirehill First School are looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant – Additional Needs to support a child with medica needs in Reception.

Knowledge and experience of supporting a child with medical needs is highly desirable, however, training will be provided. The successful candidate will need to provide a personalised curriculum to reflect individual learning needs and confidently provide dedicated 1:1 support to enable access whole class teaching sessions. 

We require someone who is committed to inclusion and who wants to make a positive difference. They will need to be confident in scaffolding a child's learning and be prepared to encourage independence when and as appropriate as the child develops.

We can offer:

•          a forward-thinking school that has excellent relationships with its community

•          supportive parents and Governors

•          a caring and friendly team of colleagues who are committed to providing the best for our pupils

•          a stimulating work environment

•          a strong commitment of professional development and support for the right candidate who has the aspiration to further develop their skills.

Visits are actively encouraged so please contact the school office to discuss a potential visit or to speak to the Senco about our school.   The SENco works Monday – Wednesday.

To apply for this post please complete the application form and recruitment monitoring form and send it to The Headteacher, Pirehill First School, Tilling Drive, Walton, Stone, ST15 0AA or email it to hr@pirehill.staffs.sch.uk

Closing date is Wednesday 1 October at noon

Interviews to take place on Monday 6 October