Priorswood Primary School Β· Taunton, South West
Job Title: Teaching Assistant (1-1 - KS2)
Actual Annual Salary: Β£12,007 - Β£13,087
Full Time Equivalent Salary : Β£25,941 - Β£28,275 (CLF Grade B)
Contract Type: Fixed-Term, Term Time only, plus inset days
Contract Length: Fixed until 31/03/2027
Hours : Part Time, 20 hours
Additional role info: Working Pattern - Monday to Friday 8:30-12:30
Provisional Start Date: July 2026 β Pending completion of pre-employment checks
We are looking for a Teaching Assistant with the passion and drive to make a difference to the lives of young people, both within and beyond the classroom, supporting the delivery of excellent education experiences and championing the life chances of all children in our academy.
This role is focused on providing dedicated morning support to a KS2 student with identified SEN needs. The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher, SENDCo and wider inclusion team to deliver tailored, consistent support that helps the student access learning, regulate successfully and build confidence at the start of the school day.
This is a highly rewarding role with a real opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a childβs progress and wellbeing. Our academy has a strong commitment to inclusion, supportive leadership and a collaborative team culture, ensuring staff feel valued, well-guided and part of a child-centred approach. The role is ideal for someone who is patient, nurturing and passionate about helping students with SEN thrive.
About you:
You will:
have an understanding of classroom roles and responsibilities and how a teaching assistant supports students in their learning.
be able to engage students and manage behaviour on a one to one or small group basis.
be committed to undertake relevant qualifications, e.g. relevant NVQ Level 2/ 3 in supporting teaching and learning or equivalent, first aid qualification, to ensure ongoing professional development.
be able to engage students and manage behaviour on a one to one or small group basis.
have strong interpersonal skills, in particular with the ability to demonstrate empathy and active listening.
have good planning and organisational skills, specifically with regard to learning activities and support materials.
be someone with a keen interest in working with children and commitment to inclusion and acceptance of all.
Applicants are advised to refer to the full requirements of the role in the attached job description and person specification, prior to submitting an application.
About Priorswood Primary School
Priorswood Primary School is located in the Wedlands area of north Taunton, and we cater for children aged 2-11 years old.
We have worked incredibly hard over the past couple of years to make Priorswood the best that it can be and we instil this in our children. The hard work and dedicated staff have transformed Priorswood into a calm, safe and happy place to learn.