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Salary: Grade E Actual £18,150 – £19,158
Hours of work: 8.40am – 3.20pm Monday to Friday Term time (30 minute unpaid lunch)
Contract type: Temporary
This is not a Wiltshire Council vacancy therefore please contact Malmesbury CE primary School for further information.
A bit about us:
Malmesbury C of E Primary School is a vibrant, two-form entry school, rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted in June 2024. We are proud of our dedicated team, who make learning stimulating, enjoyable, and meaningful for every child.
We are looking for a caring, flexible, and motivated SEN Teaching Assistant to join us and make a real difference to children’s lives.
All about the role:
This varied role involves supporting pupils across both Upper and Lower Key Stage 2:
1. Upper Key Stage 2 – SEN Support (Mornings)
- 1:1 support for a child in English and Maths.
- Supporting their emotional regulation and wellbeing within the classroom.
2. Lower Key Stage 2 – Group Support (Afternoons)
- Working with small groups of pupils to develop phonics, reading, speech and language.
- Supporting access to the wider curriculum (e.g. History, Geography).
At times, you may be asked to support other children across the year group. Flexibility, collaboration, and a team-first approach are essential.
Why Join Us?
At Malmesbury, inclusion is at the heart of what we do. Our SEND provision is built on teamwork – no one works in isolation. Ofsted recently praised our approach:
“The school is aspirational for pupils with SEND. Staff have the expertise they need to ensure these pupils benefit from adaptations across subjects. This helps pupils with SEND to progress successfully alongside their peers.”
We’re Looking for Someone Who:
- Is confident working 1:1, in small groups, and within a whole-class setting.
- Can work closely with teachers, the SENDCo, and colleagues to support learning and behaviour.
- Brings warmth, patience, and resilience to the role.
- Builds strong, positive relationships with children and parents.
- Promotes self-esteem, inclusion, and emotional development.
In Return, We Offer:
- Wonderful children who enjoy learning.
- A welcoming, supportive staff team who value humour and teamwork.
- An engaged school community, including parents and governors.
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
- A strong wellbeing support network.
- Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
Find out more and apply:
These are temporary contracts, linked to individual pupil funding or the pupil remaining on roll. The contract will end if either condition changes.
We warmly encourage visits to our school – please contact the office on 01666 823514 or email hr@malmesbury-pri.wilts.sch.uk to arrange a time.
Application packs are available from our website www.malmesburyprimaryschool.co.uk
Closing date (and time): 5pm Friday 19 th September 2025
Interview date: Wednesday 24 th September 2025
Commencement date: 6 th October 2025
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All applicants will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.
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