Wycliffe College are seeking a caring, enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistant to work alongside teaching staff across Key Stages 1 and 2. The successful candidate will support pupils with their learning, emotional wellbeing and behavioural needs, working with whole classes, small groups and individual pupils to help them access the curriculum, develop independence and achieve their full potential.
We are looking for someone with experience of working with children in a school setting, including delivering 1:1 support and interventions. You will have a good standard of education, including English and Maths, ideally with a relevant Teaching Assistant qualification. The successful candidate will be patient, empathetic and adaptable, with excellent communication and organisational skills and the ability to respond creatively to individual needs. An understanding of SEND, child development and positive behaviour strategies is desirable. Above all, you will be a positive team player with a genuine passion for helping children learn, develop and succeed.
Terms of Appointment
This is a full-time, fixed term appointment commencing in January 2027 and ending on 31st August 2027. The role will operate during the school’s published term-times. Hours of work during the published school term time will be Monday to Friday, with three days per week to be worked from 8am to 4.30pm and two extended days per week will be 8am to 6pm with a paid 30-minute lunch break each day.
Salary: £23,117 pro rata per annum.
Closing date: Friday, 20th November 2026 at 8am
Interview date: TBC
Please note that the school reserves the right to close applications early should the right candidate be found. Applicants are encouraged to submit applications early
Other benefits available include:
• Contributory pension
• Reduction in school fees (40% for Nursery Class to Year 5, 60% for Year 6 to Year 13)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Salary exchange electric vehicle scheme
• Free meals during school term-time
• Free use of gym, sports facilities, and swimming pool at certain times
• Training and development opportunities
• Free on-site parking
• Subsidised coffee-shop
Wycliffe is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and an enhanced DBS check is required before any appointment is confirmed. We are an equal opportunities employer.