Teaching Assistant

32 hours per week, term time only (part time hours considered) Grade 14, £18,652 - £19,248 actual salary (pay award pending) Due to the expansion of our SEN provision, exciting opportunities have arisen at Westfield Academy for an additional Teaching Assistant. Experienced and enthusiastic individuals are required from September 2026 to join our dedicated team supporting students with special educational needs. You will be calm with the ability to be firm and patient and have excellent written, numeracy and oral communication skills. Supporting curriculum classes is a key element of the role, alongside delivery of 1-2-1 and small group interventions. Whilst previous experience in a similar teaching assistant role is preferred, applications from individuals with experience of working with children and the right personal qualities are welcomed, as full training and support will be provided Westfield Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, including the barred list, as well as other pre-appointment checks such as online searches as outlined in Keeping Children Safe in Education (September 2025). For further details please visit our website or contact our HR & Student Data Officer, Mrs Rhiannon Briggs via email The deadline for applications is Friday 4th September 2026 at 09:00am. Interviews will take place week commencing 7th September 2026. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by 5:00pm on Monday 7th September 2026.