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Teaching Assistant

Job details
Posting date: 24 January 2026
Hours: Part time
Closing date: 08 February 2026
Location: Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 7HB
Company: Teaching Vacancies
Job type: Contract
Job reference: bb777ff4-983d-48a6-918d-6b170c6f9c75

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Summary

What skills and experience we're looking for

Westover Green Community School and Autism Centre, is seeking a motivated Teaching Assistant to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity toinspire creativity in our learners. You’ll be part of a supportive and ambitious team who are committed to helping every child reach their full potential. You’ll join colleagues who work collaboratively to create a positive, inclusive learning environment where staff and pupils thrive together.

About Westover Green Community School and Autism Centre,

Westover Green in Bridgwater is a community-focused primary school committed to providing an inclusive, engaging, and high-quality education for all learners. It offers a safe and stimulating environment where children are encouraged to grow with confidence and curiosity.Westover Green Community School and Autism Centreis proud to be part of Futura Learning Partnership, a trust dedicated to building the brightest future for all, enabling every individual to flourish.

About You

We’re looking for someone who:

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has a good standard of education (5 x GCSE’s – English and Maths C or above or equivalent ).

• Has knowledge and experience of working with children with speech, language and communication needs.

• Can build strong, respectful relationships with children and adults.

• Shares our belief that every child deserves the very best opportunities.


Our Culture and Offer

We believe people flourish when they feel valued, supported and inspired. At Westover Green Community School and Autism Centre, you’ll find a collaborative culture, purposeful professional development and a shared commitment to wellbeing.All colleagues benefit from a fully funded Health Cash Plan, providing up to £500 each year towards everyday health costs such as dental, optical and physiotherapy appointments.Find out more about what it’s like to work with us at: https://www.futuralearning.co.uk/careers

How to Apply

To apply and find out more, please click the apply button:Closing date: 8th February 2026Interviews: will be held shortly after closing dateRole information: Fixed Term until 16th November 2026 28.75 hours per week Term Time Only

PLEASE NOTE: Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of the advertisement.

Safeguarding

Futura Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Your suitability to work with children will form part of the selection process. For this post, pre-employment checks will include an enhanced DBS, barred-list check, two references (one from your most recent employer), health screening and online searches, in line with our safer recruitment policy.

Equal Opportunities

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are dedicated to supporting every member of staff to reach their full potential.

What the school offers its staff

Our Culture and Offer

We believe people flourish when they feel valued, supported and inspired. At Westover Green Community School and Autism Centre, you’ll find a collaborative culture, purposeful professional development and a shared commitment to wellbeing.All colleagues benefit from a fully funded Health Cash Plan, providing up to £500 each year towards everyday health costs such as dental, optical and physiotherapy appointments.Find out more about what it’s like to work with us at: https://www.futuralearning.co.uk/careers

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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