Menheniot Primary School

Vacancy - KS1 Teaching Assistant – Part-time (temporary)

 The person appointed will be based in Year 2.  This position is for 22.5 hours per week, working from 08:30am to 1pm term time only.

 In addition to general classroom support, the successful candidate will be expected to work specifically with a child who has a medical ECHP with complex needs. They will be required to undertake specialised training in order to administer a feeding tube. They will also be required to undertake training to prepare fluids for the child.

The post will be paid at an hourly rate of £13.45  The duties will be in accordance with the job description which is attached.

 If you feel that this opportunity would provide you with the challenge you are seeking and that you may be the right person for us, please contact in the school office for an application form.

 Apart from the factual information, we would like to know:

-    Your experience of supporting a child with medical needs

-  How and why your experiences, skills and abilities equip you for the role of Teaching Assistant at Menheniot Primary School.

We are committed to safeguarding children and the successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and will be assessed against the Childcare Disqualification Regulations. References will be obtained prior to interview, if selected.

Please refer to the person specification when completing your application and add any other relevant information.

 Completed applications should be returned to the school office by 17^th July 2026

 Shortlisted candidates are likely to be invited for interview during the week beginning 20^th July 2026

Vacancy – 1:1 KS2 Teaching Assistant – Part-time (temporary)

The person appointed will be based in Year 6.  This position is 7.5 hours per week, working from 10.30am- midday, Monday to Friday term time only.

 In addition to general classroom support, the successful candidate will be expected to work specifically with a child who has an ECHP.

 The post will be paid at an hourly rate of £13.45. The duties will be in accordance with the job description which is attached.

 If you feel that this opportunity would provide you with the challenge you are seeking and that you may be the right person for us, please ask in the office for an application form.

 Apart from the factual information, we would like to know:

-      Your views on teaching and learning in KS2

-    How and why your experiences, skills and abilities equip you for the role of Teaching Assistant at Menheniot Primary School.

 Please refer to the person specification when completing your application and add any other relevant information.

 We are committed to safeguarding children and the successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and will be assessed against the Childcare Disqualification Regulations. References will be obtained prior to interview, if selected.

 Completed applications should be returned to the school office by 17 July 2026  

 Shortlisted candidates are likely to be invited for interview during the week beginning 20 July 2026

 T.A. 1-1 Sen support Job description & person specification.docT.A. Medical support Job description & person specification.doc