Teaching Assistant

Crowle CE Primary School is part of the Diocese of Worcester Multi Academy Trust. We provide a safe, inclusive environment to enable everyone in our school community to aspire to achieve of their best. The Governing Body of Crowle CE Primary School is seeking to appoint a 1:1 teaching assistant to support an individual pupil with Special Educational Needs. The successful candidate will be expected to provide specific support for an individual pupil, working alongside the classroom teacher to deliver programmes of learning. Experience of working as a 1:1 Teaching Assistant is required. Applicants should state any further areas of expertise they may be able to bring to the role. This role will be required from 1st September 2026. This post is linked to the needs of a named child who has an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). The role is funded through the child’s individual EHCP allocation. If the child leaves the school or if their level of funded support changes, the funding for this post may no longer be available. In such circumstances, the school may need to review the continued viability of the role, which could result in the post being amended or ended following appropriate consultation and HR procedures. Although the post is primarily to support the named child, you may also be asked to work with and support other pupils across the school as directed by the Headteacher, in line with the needs of the school and the wider staff team. Crowle CE Primary School is a friendly, caring school. We deliver an excellent, exciting education within a happy, caring and supportive environment. This is an exciting opportunity to work with delightful children as part of a dedicated and inspired staff team. The duties and responsibilities allocated to the post will be based on the skills, experience, knowledge and qualifications of the individual appointed, this post is being offered as a TA 2 pay scale post.

The successful candidates will:

• Be a good classroom practitioner
• Be sensitive to the needs of individual learners
• Be enthusiastic and determined to make learning fun
• Have experience of leading individualised learning
• Be passionate about good teaching and learning
• Have good English and Maths skills
• Be responsible and resourceful
• Have relevant qualifications
• Be committed to raising the level of achievement for all pupils, regardless of economic background or other need
• Have a positive, cheerful attitude
• Be able to work effectively as part of a team
• Be able to reflect the values of our Church school

We can offer:

• opportunity for individualised CPD and other training
• a caring, committed, friendly and hard-working staff
• happy, well-behaved, enthusiastic and motivated pupils who are proud of their school and enjoy learning
• a supportive Governing Body

Crowle Church of England Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to the receipt of a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure, two positive references, medical clearance and evidence of appropriate qualifications. For further information please contact the school office on 01905 381 206 or email: office@crowle.dowmat.education Visits to the school are actively encouraged and can be arranged by telephoning the school. Closing date for applications: 12pm on 6th November 2026 Interviews to take place on: Friday 13th November 2026