Teaching Assistant (Supporting Medical Needs)

Would you like to come and work in a school at the heart of its community and work alongside some of the best teaching professionals and children? Then Knowle Park could be for you.

At Knowle Park Primary School, we are looking for a resilient, dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to support classroom learning. You will be passionate about working with our children and making a difference, especially to those children with complex medical needs. A commitment to working across all the Key Stages is essential, but this role will be based in Yr5, moving up to Yr6.

Teaching Assistant

Work Pattern: Mon to Fri, Term Time Only
Hours: Part Time (30 Hours), 08.45am to 03.15pm
Contract: Fixed Term (until August 2028)
Pay Scale: BG5, SCP04 - 05 (£25,185 - £25,583) to be pro-rata'd
Start Date: 03 September 2026
Closing Date: 03 July at 08.00pm
Interview Date: W/c 06 July 2026 (advert will be updated with exact date)

We are looking for someone:

• With a passion and commitment to children from all backgrounds achieving their potential
• Someone willing to fully support children with complex medical needs
• Reliability and good organisation skills
• An understanding of the National Curriculum
• Willing to undertake training to best support the children in their care
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team

We can offer you:

• A happy and successful school
• Dedicated staff with a great team spirit
• Friendly, well behaved children
• Supportive parents and Governors

To apply, please complete an application form and also write a letter of application stating your skills and experience and why you would be suitable for the job. Please note, we do not accept CV's.