Teaching & Learning Assistant - full time/part time

Advert Description for TIH113375BE

The Avenue
Bengeo
Hertfordshire
SG14 3DX
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Full time
KS2 Teaching & Learning Assistant - full time
Salary range: between 24796 and 25989
Pay details: H2/H3 - dependant on qualifications
Start date: 2nd Sep 2026

The headteacher and governors are seeking to appoint a parttime/full time (hours are negotiable) Teaching & Learning Assistant. You will work as part of a team of TLAs. You will be part of a rota working as whole class support or with a child who may have an Education and Health Care Plan (EHCP) and have specific learning needs (eg. Autism)  The role will be well supported by the Deputy Head and the school's SENCo and external agencies. As this contract is linked to exceptional needs funding, the post is offered on a fixed-term basis until July 2027 (there is a good chance that an extension will be offered in Summer 27). We are looking for someone who:

• Has good communication skills

• GCSE or equivalent passes in English and Maths

• Likes children and will help them to grow and learn

• Is able to supervise and support a child with communication and social difficulties throughout the school day

• Has patience and empathy

• Presents clear and consistent boundaries and support

• Has a positive outlook and is able to face situations calmly

• Has resilience and flexibility

We can offer you:

• A welcoming community where all are valued

• A commitment to continued professional development

• A caring and positive teaching and learning environment

• Friendly motivated staff with supportive governors and parents.

Although not essential, experience of working with children with special educational needs would be a significant advantage. We will also provide necessary training and you will be closely supported by our team. When applying please link your personal statement to the specification. The vacancy is for full time or part time/term time only (hours are negotiable). If you are in receipt of universal credit, or other benefits, you may still be able to work these hours and not lose your payments. Please use this link to find out more - References will be sought from previous employers prior to interview. We warmly welcome visitors, please call to make an appointment.  As part of our school's vision for the future we are seeking to diversify our staff and we strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply and join us. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and staff, and expect all staff and volunteers to share the commitment. Successful applicants will be required to have an Enhanced Certificate of Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring service (DBS). Also, we might conduct an online search as part of due diligence checks in the recruitment process. It is an offence to apply for a role involving regulated activity with children if you are barred from this type of activity. We reserve the right to interview and appoint before the closing date should the right candidate apply. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.

Bengeo is a welcoming, successful school with a strong sense of community and respect for all, situated on the outskirts of Hertford.   The school is an "Outstanding' school (Ofsted September 2023) and 450 pupils on roll, including a Nursery. Classrooms are very well resourced, and the school has extensive grounds, including its own wooded area.  Children are polite and enthusiastic and have a positive attitude to learning. Our creative and enriched curriculum, linked strongly to mastery, supports all pupils to achieve highly.  “Pupils enjoy attending Bengeo Primary School. They say it is a safe and happy place to be. Pupils get along well each other; they are kind and respectful. Pupils and staff have good relationships, and this helps the school to operate in a smooth, calm way”. Ofsted July 2021.  The Governing body and senior leaders are highly supportive and actively promote opportunities for professional development both within and beyond the school.  

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