1:1 Teaching Assistant and Mealtime Assistant

From the advert

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, committed, patient and motivated Teaching Assistant to join our support team at East Worlington Primary School.

The successful candidate will support the development of a pupil in the Reception Class with additional needs. You will be tenacious and committed to supporting the needs and development of the individual pupil whilst being an excellent team player and communicator. Previous experience of working with pupils with different abilities and knowledge of attachment based mentoring and relational practice would be an advantage.

The post is temporary and will be subject to the continued attendance of the pupil and/or the result of any special needs or funding review.

Candidates should demonstrate the following skills and attributes:

 A good standard of English and Mathematics

 Excellent communication skills

 Patience and positivity

 Support inclusion and be fully committed to ensuring the very best for all our pupils

 The ability to support colleagues, use positive behaviour management strategies and ensure the school continues its excellent provision for all pupils

We are pleased to be able to offer the successful candidate an additional role as a Mealtime Assistant. The post involves supervising and providing support for the pupil during the lunch break.

The working pattern within the roles will be:

Teaching Assistant 9.00am – 12.30pm and 1.30pm – 2.00pm - Mealtime Assistant 12.30pm – 1.00pm

The working pattern allows for a 30-minute unpaid lunch break. The hours are currently scheduled over 4 days, but flexibility to increase to five days would be an advantage. Ideally the successful candidate will be available to start in November/December.

A full candidate pack has been published to support our recruitment, which can be found in the attachment section.

Please download and complete the application form in the attachment section and email it to [email protected] by 10 am on Monday, 9th November 2026. All applications will be acknowledged.

Closing Date: 10 am Monday, 9th November 2026

Interview Date: Tuesday, 17th November 2026