Job Introduction
Grantham Belmont Community Primary School are looking to appoint a motivated and committed 1:1 teaching assistant to work with a child in lower KS2. The role is temporary for the duration of the child attending Belmont CP School.
The successful candidate should:
• Have an awareness and understanding of how to support the development of a child with complex additional needs
• Preferably have experience of supporting pupils with complex needs or be willing to undertake further training in this area
• Preferably have experience of working within a school or nursery setting
• Be able to foster excellent working relationships with children and adults
• Be caring, enthusiastic and creative
• Be willing to try a variety of strategies to support the pupil’s development and wellbeing
• Be able work as part of our dynamic and supportive staff team
• Be hardworking, reliable, flexible and have the best interests of the pupil at the core of everything they do
This role will include:
• Supporting the child with their learning activities, attending to any additional learning needs, and supporting their overall development
• Following strategies and provision outlined in the pupil’s SEND passport
• Supporting the child with establishing the structures of the school day and routines and boundaries
• The preparation of appropriate resources to ensure the child has full access to the curriculum
• Contributing to the well-being and personal care of the pupil
• Working collaboratively with all stakeholders - specialist teachers, teaching staff and parents
• Being the first point of contact between the school and the pupil’s parents
We can offer the chance to work in a successful school environment where well-behaved, motivated children are supported by a friendly and dynamic team.
Safeguarding:
Belmont is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment procedures and pre-employment background checks, including satisfactory references, medical, Enhanced DBS with children’s barred list clearance, online and social media checks and completion of relevant safeguarding training including Safeguarding Children in Education. All school roles are classed as regulated activity and as such, it is an offence to apply to for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
How to apply
All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.
If you would like further information regarding this role or to arrange a visit to school, please contact the school office on 01476 567939.
Please email enquiries@belmont.lincs.sch.uk to request an application pack or visit our website www.belmontprimary.com.
Closing date for applications: 21st November 2025
Interview Date: 1st December 2025
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.
All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.
