Job Introduction
1:1 Teaching Assistant – 25 hours per week
Appointment type: Term time
Here at Tydd St Mary Church of England Primary School, we are seeking to appoint an experienced, dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant with a minimum qualification of Cache Level 3 Award in Education, to support a child in Year 6 who has an EHCP. The post is to start in September 2025.
This post is temporary until assistance is no longer required and/or upon successful completion of a six-month probationary period or as a result of the child/children leaving the school (expected to be August 2026), whichever is the earliest.
We can offer you:
• A caring school environment with a creative curriculum
• A friendly supportive team where everyone’s views are valued
• Training and support for professional development
• Enthusiastic, happy children who are eager to learn
The role will involve:
• Working 1:1 and in small groups to provide support for additional needs, enhance development and facilitate inclusion
• Liaising with parents, class teacher and the SENCO
• Working in partnership with a range of external agencies
• Facilitating the implementation of children’s EHCPs
We need someone who:
• Has experience of supporting pupils with specific learning needs
• Is resilient and able to cope with the physical demands that the post will bring
• Works in a calm, caring but firm and supportive manner
• Can recognise that children need to develop independence to allow them to build on life skills
Enquiries about the position are welcomed and encouraged. Please contact the school office on 01945 420269 or e-mail: enquiries@tydd-st-mary.lincs.sch.uk for an application pack. Applications must be completed using the Lincolnshire County Council application form.
Closing date for applications: 10th July 2025
Interviews will take place on: 18th July 2025
Tydd St Mary Church of England Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks. Pre-employment checks are in line with ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024’.
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.
All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.
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.
