Job Description

ST BOTOLPH'S C of E PRIMARY SCHOOL

One To One Teaching Assistant - (Permanent linked with the needs of the child)

Pay Grade: G3.06

Between 20 and 30 hours per week, this is dependent on the needs of the child and exact hours will be confirmed at interview stage.

39 weeks per year (Term time + 1 week)

Start Date ASAP

The Governors of this popular school are seeking to appoint a dedicated, hard-working and motivated individual to work as part of our team. The post on offer, to start as soon as possible, is as follows:

1:1 Teaching Assistant

Between 20 and 30 hours a week, this is dependant of needs of the child and exact hours will be confirmed at interview

Closing date: Fri 26th September 2025

Interview: Tuesday 30th September 2025 at 9.30am

About the Role

We are seeking a caring and dedicated

1:1 Teaching Assistant

to provide tailored support for a child with epilepsy within our school community. The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher, SENCo, and external professionals to ensure the child has full access to learning opportunities in a safe and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

Provide

individual support

to a pupil with epilepsy in both classroom and wider school settings. Implement individual learning plans and strategies, promoting progress in line with the child's abilities and targets. Monitor the child's wellbeing and respond appropriately to their medical and emotional needs. Work with staff and parents to ensure a consistent, inclusive, and supportive approach. Support the wider class as directed, while maintaining a focus on the child's needs. Maintain accurate records of progress and observations.

Essential Skills & Qualities

Experience of working with children, ideally in an educational setting. Understanding of, or willingness to learn about, epilepsy and how it may impact learning and wellbeing. Ability to remain calm, caring, and proactive in responding to medical or emotional needs. Strong communication skills to work effectively with staff, families, and professionals. Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for supporting children's development.

Desirable

First Aid training or willingness to undertake relevant training. Experience supporting children with medical or additional needs.

We Offer

A welcoming and supportive school community. Ongoing training, including specific training around epilepsy care. The opportunity to make a real difference in a child's life.
A flexible approach will be required for timings of lunch.

NVQ3 in child education would be desirable but not essential.

For an application pack please contact the school office on 01529 302698 or email vacancies@stbotolphs.co.uk

Closing date for applications is 12 noon 26th September 2025

Interviews will be held 30th September 2025

In accordance with Ofsted requirements, all applicants must supply two references and provide full employment history and evidence to verify their eligibility to work in the UK. It is important to note that we are required to contact all previous employers that involved you working with young people and/or vulnerable adults in order to ascertain the reason for your leaving that employment. All posts are subject to an enhanced disclosure and Barring Service check.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: From 10,052.00 per year

Work Location: In person