Job Introduction
Welton St. Mary’s Church of England Primary Academy
‘Together we care, learn and thrive’
Teaching Assistant and Playworker - SEN: 20 hours over 4 days, term time plus INSET days/twilights (39 weeks). There may be opportunities for additional ad hoc hours to support the operational needs of the school.
There are two vacancies available; in your application form, please specify which vacancy (A, B or both) you are applying for:
Teaching Assistant and Playworker - SEN - Vacancy A:
Monday 9:15 - 3:45pm (30 min break)
Tuesday off
Wednesday 9:15 - 3:45pm (30 min break)
Thursday 9:30 - 1:30pm
Friday 9:30 - 1:30pm
Teaching Assistant and Playworker - SEN - Vacancy B:
Monday 9:30 - 1:30pm
Tuesday 9:15 - 3:45pm (30 min break)
Wednesday off
Thursday 9:30 - 1:30pm
Friday 9:15 - 3:45pm (30 min break)
Grade range: G3 SCP 6-9 (£25,614 - £26,846) pro rata (actual salary £13,722 - £14,382)
Contract: Fixed term contract until 21st July 2027
Start date: As soon as possible
Do you want to work in a team that makes a difference to young people?
We are seeking to recruit a teaching assistant and playworker who:
• Has experience and skills to work with pupils with specific educational needs within a mainstream setting
• Is able to support the professional work of the teacher within the classroom
• Has a desire to enthuse and inspire children with a range of needs
• Is effective in forming positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents
• Has good communication and organisational skills
• Demonstrates the ability to work proactively and with flexibility as part of a team
• Has a ‘can do’ positive attitude and a willingness to go the extra mile
• Has experience in supporting children with social and emotional needs
The successful candidate will be required to support individual pupils and small groups leading interventions and SEND targets. There will be opportunities for professional development in aspects of SEND and teaching and learning.
If you are looking for a school where the children are enthusiastic learners, where there is a strong, positive culture of learning behaviours and where you can grow professionally, please book a time to come and visit by phoning 01673 860339 or emailing vacancies@welton-st-marys.lincs.sch.uk. For an application form and further details please look on our school website vacancies page.
Closing date for applications: Midnight 19th November 2026
Interviews to be held: w/c 23rd November 2026
Thank you in advance to applicants who take the time to apply for the above position. If you have not heard by close of business on 23rd November, please assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.
Welton St Mary’s Church of England Primary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Offers of employment are subject to the following checks where relevant: childcare disqualification, enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service with Children’s Barred List (DBS), medical, online and social media searches, prohibition from teaching, Right to Work, satisfactory references and suitability to work with children. All Pre employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education”.
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
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.
