Teaching Assistant (SEND Support) at Gawsworth Primary School

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  Job Reference #
EDV/2026/GPS/80091
  Location
Longbutts Lane, Gawsworth, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11 9QU
  Contract Type
Fixed Term
  Contract Term
Part-Time
  Salary
£14,019.00 - £14,242.00 Annually (FTE)
  Hours Per Week
23.5
  Weeks Per Year
39
 Fixed Term End Date
Sun 31st Aug, 2031
  Closing Date
9:00am, Fri 22nd May, 2026
  Start Date
01.09.2026
  Positions Available
1
   Positions Available        1
  Suitable for ECTs
  Interview Date(s)
04.06.26
   Interview Date(s)           04.06.26
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About this Role

Gawsworth Primary School

Gawsworth Primary School is a small, close-knit village school where we place a strong emphasis on knowing every child as an individual. We celebrate each child’s unique strengths and talents, encouraging them to be confident, respectful and active members of their community. Our ethos is vibrant, inclusive and family-orientated. 

We are seeking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant (Grade 4) to join our team from September 2026. This is a part-time, term-time only role, supporting pupils with additional needs within a Key Stage 1 cohort. 

The Role 

This is a hands-on role requiring the successful candidate to: 

  • Support pupils with additional needs to access learning activities 

  • Work closely with class teachers to deliver targeted support 

  • Adapt resources and learning activities to meet individual needs 

  • Promote positive behaviour and engagement in learning 

  • Provide both one-to-one and small group support 

We are looking for someone who: 

  • Has experience of working with children with additional needs (desirable but not essential) 

  • Is calm, patient and able to build positive relationships with pupils 

  • Can work effectively as part of a team 

  • Is proactive and able to respond to the changing needs of pupils 

Relevant experience in education, childcare or care settings would be welcomed. A full induction and ongoing training will be provided. 

Gawsworth Primary School is part of the Halliard Trust, a multi-academy trust of eleven schools based in Cheshire. The Trust offers opportunities for collaboration, peer support and professional development. 

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an enhanced DBS check and online search. 

Visits to School 

We welcome prospective candidates to visit the school: 

  • Tuesday 19th May at 4:00pm 

  • Wednesday 20th May at 2:00pm

    Please contact the school office on 01625 426547 or email admin@gawsworth.ht.school to book a school visit.

Key Dates 

Closing Date: Friday 22nd May, 9am  

Shortlisting: Friday 22nd May 

Interview Date: 4th June (Time TBC) 


Contact Details

  Laura Lewis
  01625 426547
  bursar@gawsworth.ht.school

Gawsworth Primary School would like all candidates to answer specific questions for the personal statement section. For reference, here is a preview of the questions/headings:

  1. 1. What experience do you have of working with children?
  2. 2. What have you learned from these experiences that would help you in a teaching assistant role?
  3. 3. What personal qualities do you have that would make you a strong teaching assistant?
  4. 4. Why are you interested in supporting children with additional needs?

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