💼 Full-Time Position

Teaching Assistant - Westfield Arts College

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Dorset Council
📍 preston, england, United-Kingdom
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Location
preston, United-Kingdom
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Posted
July 01, 2026
Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description

About the role

We are looking for a highly motivated, enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our friendly team and support children and young people with a range of special educational needs and disabilities. All our teaching assistants are expected to be flexible and able to work across the school as required. Supporting the personal care and health needs of our children and young people is an equally important part of the role.

Job details

Grade 6 SCP 6 - 9: £19,122 - £20,053 annual salary pro‑rated – pay award pending

31.65 hours per week – Monday to Friday (8:40am – 3:30pm)

Fixed Term until 21 July 2027 – Term Time Only

The right person will

  • Be passionate about helping young people develop confidence, independence and self‑esteem.
  • Have some experience and/or training to support children of all ages with special educational needs and disabilities.
  • Use therapeutic ap...