Teaching Assistant 1:1 SEND
Temporary, fixed term
Part-time 13 hours per week
Term time plus 1 week
October 2025 – August 2026 to be reviewed in December 2025
Wells Cathedral School is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to support a pupil currently in Year 8.
The successful candidate will work under the guidance of teaching and senior staff, within a structured framework of supervision, to implement tailored learning programmes for the pupil within the classroom setting. Key responsibilities will include supporting the development and ongoing review of personal learning plans, maintaining effective monitoring systems, and engaging in continuous professional development.
A willingness to undertake additional training relevant to the support role is essential. A strong understanding of the SEND Code of Practice (2015), the Disability Discrimination Act (1995), and the Equality Act (2010) is also expected.
Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and Wells Cathedral School reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made. Applicants are therefore encouraged to apply early.
Closing date: Thursday 25 September 2025, 12 noon
Interviews are scheduled to take place on: Wednesday 1 October 2025
Part-time 13 hours per week
Term time plus 1 week
October 2025 – August 2026 to be reviewed in December 2025
Wells Cathedral School is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to support a pupil currently in Year 8.
The successful candidate will work under the guidance of teaching and senior staff, within a structured framework of supervision, to implement tailored learning programmes for the pupil within the classroom setting. Key responsibilities will include supporting the development and ongoing review of personal learning plans, maintaining effective monitoring systems, and engaging in continuous professional development.
A willingness to undertake additional training relevant to the support role is essential. A strong understanding of the SEND Code of Practice (2015), the Disability Discrimination Act (1995), and the Equality Act (2010) is also expected.
Essential qualifications and experience include:- Good numeracy and literacy skills (GCSE grade 4/C or above / NVQ Level 2 equivalent in Maths and English)
- NVQ Level 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning (or equivalent experience)
- Relevant training and/or experience in literacy and numeracy strategies, or in specific learning areas such as dyslexia, ICT, Maths, or English
Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and Wells Cathedral School reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made. Applicants are therefore encouraged to apply early.
Closing date: Thursday 25 September 2025, 12 noon
Interviews are scheduled to take place on: Wednesday 1 October 2025
Application PackApplication FormWells Cathedral School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, and obtaining an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services certificate. In addition, as part of the shortlisting process we will carry out an online search as part of the School’s due diligence.All positions within the School are exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All applicants must therefore declare all previous convictions and cautions, including those which would normally be considered “spent” except those received for an offence committed in the United Kingdom if it has been filtered in accordance with the DBS filtering rules.