Windermere School is seeking a committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our Learning Support Team. This is a term-time only position with additional attendance required for five INSET days per year and Public Holidays when the school is operational.

You will support pupils across Years 7 to 11 in our Senior School.

Job Title
Teaching Assistant

Position Type
37.5 hours per week

Salary
£20562.15 per year

Closing Date for Applications
1 February 2026
Early applications encouraged – interviews may be held sooner

Job Description

Early Knowledge and experience of SEND and familiarity of working with and implementing interventions for individuals with Communication and Interaction, Sensory, Cognition and SEMH difficulties would be advantageous. The successful candidate will have a relevant Teaching Assistant qualification Level 3 or above (Support for Learning in Education), although consideration will be given to those working towards relevant qualifications, have a professional and committed attitude to work at all times and be able to adopt flexible teaching styles and approaches.

We are looking for applicants with a calm, approachable personality, team spirit and an interest in extending their professional development, and keen to keep up to date with new research and changes within the field of SEND. It is expected that the successful applicant will be fully committed to the demands of a coeducational boarding and day school and would be able to enhance the School’s extracurricular programme.

Key Requirements

• Good literacy and numeracy skills
• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or working towards one)

Experience or knowledge of SEND, including:

• Communication and Interaction needs
• Sensory processing difficulties
• Cognition and Learning needs
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges
• Experience implementing interventions for individual learners
• Strong communication skills – able to communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents
• Organisational skills – able to manage time and resources efficiently
• ICT proficiency – confident using technology to support learning (e.g. Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Show My Homework)
• Confidentiality and professionalism – able to handle sensitive information appropriately
• Initiative and problem-solving – able to adapt support strategies to meet individual needs
• Team collaboration – works well with teachers, SENCOs, and other staff
• Understanding of safeguarding – with a willingness to undertake relevant training
• A calm, approachable personality and a flexible, professional attitude
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and keeping up to date with SEND research and best practice

Desirable Attributes

• Experience supporting students with EHCPs and contributing to review processes
• Familiarity with assistive technology (e.g. speech-to-text software, reading pens)
• Experience with positive behaviour support and de-escalation techniques
• Confidence supporting students across a range of subjects, especially English, Maths, and Science
• A genuine commitment to inclusive education and removing barriers to learning

To apply, please download the following:

• An application form, self-disclosure form and explanatory notes about completing the forms and the recruitment process;
• The School’s Policy Statements on Child Protection and on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders.

Application forms and self-disclosure form to be sent to HR@windermereschool.co.uk

Applications will only be considered when submitted on a fully completed school application form.

Windermere School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. We obtain at least 2 references for all staff including those teaching in the Early Years Foundation Stage and enhanced criminal record checks through the Disclosure and Barring Services (DBS) for staff and volunteers who will have unsupervised access to children. This is in accordance with requirements under the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006. 

Applicants for posts may be invited for interview where we follow the NSPCC’s Safer Recruitment Guidance Procedures. As part of the shortlisting process, the School may consider carrying out an online search of the candidate as part of their due diligence process, in order to identify incidences or issues that are available publicly on-line, that may require exploration with that candidate. The School should inform the shortlisted candidate that on-line searches may be carried out.