Primary Teaching Assistant

1 day ago

Whitehaven, United Kingdom Sense Education Full time

**Primary Teaching Assistant - Whitehaven**

**About the Role**
A warm and welcoming Whitehaven primary school is seeking a calm, compassionate individual to provide dedicated 1:1 classroom support to a child with additional needs. Whether your experience comes from education, care, health or social services, this role offers the chance to build a meaningful relationship with one pupil, helping them feel safe, supported and included in daily school life.

Working alongside teachers and SEND professionals, you'll adapt learning activities, support emotional wellbeing, and foster communication - giving this child the opportunity to thrive in their own way.

**Who This Role Would Suit**
This is an ideal opportunity for someone who can offer a consistent, nurturing presence and is motivated by seeing small steps lead to big progress. You’ll need to build trust through patience, structure and encouragement, supporting both academic and emotional development.

You might already have experience as a Teaching Assistant, or perhaps you come from a care, support or healthcare background and are ready to transition your skills into a classroom setting. A Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable for this primary-based role.

You will be:

- Calm, consistent and compassionate
- Comfortable working 1:1 and adjusting to a child’s individual needs
- Skilled at setting boundaries while offering positive encouragement
- Able to work closely with teachers, parents and other professionals
- Experienced in supporting children or vulnerable individuals
- Familiar with EHCPs, autism or speech and language needs (desirable)

**About the School**
This community-centred primary school in Whitehaven places high value on emotional wellbeing and personal development. Staff work collaboratively to provide a calm, structured environment where every child is known and supported. Pupils with additional needs are offered tailored, individual support to help them build trust and achieve steady progress.

**Working Hours**
- Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 3.30pm
- Term-time only
- Full-time preferred, though part-time may be considered for the right person

**What’s On Offer**
- Competitive pay
- A consistent, classroom-based role with no shift work
- Long-term opportunity with potential to become permanent
- Build your SEND experience within a nurturing primary setting
- Be part of a supportive, child-focused team

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Temp to perm

Pay: Up to £16.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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