Named Pupil Teaching Assistant (KS2 AM) in Malmesbury

We are looking for a caring, flexible, and motivated SEN Teaching Assistant to join us and make a real difference to children's lives. This is a job working with a child in KS2 within a friendly, supportive and communicative team in a school that has a good reputation for SEN provision. You will be based in class supporting a child who needs support with communication and language, social, emotional and behavioural needs and accessing the KS2 Curriculum. The job will be working mornings in class and providing support at lunchtime.

We’re Looking for Someone Who:

• Is confident working 1:1, in small groups, and within a whole-class setting.
• Can work closely with teachers, the SENDCo, and colleagues to support learning and behaviour.
• Brings warmth, patience, and resilience to the role.
• Builds strong, positive relationships with children and parents.
• Promotes self-esteem, inclusion, and emotional development.

What the school offers its staff:

Malmesbury C of E Primary School is a vibrant, two‑form entry school, rated ‘Good’ with Outstanding features by Ofsted in June 2024. We are proud of our dedicated team, who make learning stimulating, enjoyable, and meaningful for every child. At Malmesbury, inclusion is at the heart of what we do. Our SEND provision is built on teamwork: no one works in isolation. Ofsted praised our approach: "The school is aspirational for pupils with SEND. Staff have the expertise they need to ensure these pupils benefit from adaptations across subjects. This helps pupils with SEND to progress successfully alongside their peers."

We Offer:

• Wonderful children who enjoy learning.
• A welcoming, supportive staff team who value humour and teamwork.
• An engaged school community, including parents and governors.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.

Further details about the role:

We warmly encourage visits to our school. Please contact the office on 01666 823514 or email hr@malmesbury-pri.wilts.sch.uk to arrange a time and date. Application packs are available from our website: https://malmesburyprimaryschool.co.uk/current-vacancies/ All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and, in line with current regulations, an online profile check for shortlisted applicants. Please note: we reserve the right to close vacancies early if we receive sufficient applications for a role, or if circumstances change. If you are enthusiastic about supporting children to thrive and want to be part of a positive, forward‑thinking school, we would love to hear from you! All applicants will be subject to a full Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed. In line with safeguarding regulations, an online profile check will be conducted for shortlisted applicants. You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.