Teaching Assistant L2 KS2 SEND Support

Band D

Part Time Permanent

32.50 Working Hours 39 Weeks per Year

Working hours: 8:45am to 3:45pm (6.5 hours per day) with a half hour unpaid lunch break Monday to Friday.

Required from 01 September 2026 or sooner if possible

Heygarth Primary School

The Governing Board and Headteacher of this successful school are looking to appoint a well-qualified highly motivated enthusiastic and innovative Teaching Assistant who will have a significant impact on learning and is committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for pupils with SEND needs. This post is for general SEND support across Key Stage 2.

The persons appointed will be required to be flexible around the needs of the school and pupils.

You will:

Be able to support teaching and learning across KS2 in more than one subject

Be a committed Teaching Assistant and work in line with the school behaviour policy

Be able to modify challenging behaviour in a firm but supportive manner

Be child centred

Be flexible with a good sense of humour

We have high expectations and set high standards for both pupils and colleagues. If you believe that you fit this description we would like to hear from you.

For further details or to arrange a visit prior to application please contact the school on 0.

Based on the quantity of applications received we reserve the right to close this vacancy sooner than the specified closing date. Applicants will be notified of this where possible. Therefore early applications are encouraged.

Completed application forms and a supporting letter (no longer than 2 x A4 sides) should be addressed to Mrs Hazel Beamish Headteacher detailing your knowledge skills and experience and should be submitted via email to the School Business Manager at

Please note we do not accept applications or approaches from recruitment agencies.

Closing Date: 12 Noon - Friday 1st May 2026

Interview Date: w/c 11th May 2026

The school is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of our children and expects the same level of commitment from all staff.

This post is subject to an Enhanced Level CRB check.

All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability for the post regardless of sex race or disability