Senior Teaching Assistant

Senior Teaching Assistant – Permanent (Part-Time)
Monday to Friday - 30 hours per week, Term Time Only plus INSET Days
Required from: September 2025
Salary: PCD 7 (Grade A), £27,711 per annum pro rata

Bransty Primary School is seeking a committed, experienced and NVQ Level 3 qualified Senior Teaching Assistant to support our growing team of dedicated staff. This is a permanent, part-time role for 30 hours per week, term-time only, starting September 2025.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with proven experience in a primary school setting, particularly with a strong understanding of Special Educational Needs (SEN). You will take on additional responsibilities to support children’s learning and well-being, and contribute to the leadership and development of our support staff team.

About the Role
Lead targeted interventions and group work across EYFS, KS1 or KS2

Provide high-quality 1:1 support for pupils with SEND, including ASC, medical or physical needs, and severe learning difficulties

Offer general classroom support and model best practices for apprentice support staff

Support planning and delivery under the direction of class teachers, but work independently when required

Demonstrate a clear understanding of the primary curriculum

Experience with phonics (e.g., Read Write Inc.) is highly desirable

Play a key role in supporting inclusive practice and nurturing pupil progress

We are looking for someone who:

Holds a Level 3 NVQ (or equivalent) in Supporting Teaching and Learning

Has experience in a senior, lead, or mentoring TA role

Has strong knowledge of the primary curriculum and strategies for supporting SEND pupils

Is confident, proactive, and capable of working independently and collaboratively

Has excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills

Can lead small-group activities and model good practice for other support staff

Is committed to safeguarding, inclusion, and professional development

Is willing to undertake additional training to meet the needs of the children

Desirable Skills/Experience:

Experience supporting children with:

•    Autism Spectrum Conditions

•    Hearing impairments

•    Physical or medical conditions

•    Experience with planning and leading interventions

•    Read Write Inc. or equivalent phonics programme training

Bransty Primary is a warm, welcoming and forward-thinking school, always striving to improve outcomes for every child. We place our children at the heart of everything we do.

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance, excellent references, a pre-employment medical check, and all other standard recruitment checks.

How to Apply
For an application pack and further information, please email:

📧 vacancy@bransty.cumbria.sch.uk

📅 Closing Date: Monday 2nd June 2025 at 4pm
🗓️ Interviews: Friday 6th June 2025