Job details

Salary: Grade 15 Point 3-4 (£12.85 – £13.05/hour) and Employers pension contribution of 24.4%

Employer: Manor Court Community Primary School

Location: Chard, Somerset, TA20 2ES

Contract type: Fixed term

Working pattern: Part time

Closing date: 9 March 2026 12:00 pm

About the job

Key information

Salary: Grade 15 Point 3-4 (£12.85 – £13.05/hour) and Employers pension contribution of 24.4%

27.5 hours per week, term time only

This post is fixed term, as long as the child remains at the school.

Manor Court Community Primary School (proud to be part of PPAT Education) is a large fourteen class community primary school. We are a busy, inclusive, and friendly school. We take pride in giving each of our children a love of learning through a variety of opportunities. Our school ethos is built upon ‘caring and learning together’ and we believe that this is evident in all that we do for our children and staff.

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

We are looking to appoint a SEN LSA to work with a KS2 child who needs 1:1 support to reach their full potential.

The successful candidate will:

  • Have a passion for supporting education and wellbeing of our wonderful children.
  • Have a flexible approach and ability to work as part of a team.
  • Be willing to participate fully in all aspects of school life.
  • Have the ability to think on their feet and use their initiative.
  • Be motivated, passionate and reflective about their work.

What is in it for me?

Manor Court Community Primary School has:

  • A skilled and supportive Senior Leadership Team.
  • Dedicated professionals who readily support each child and each other.
  • A commitment to your professional development.
  • Welcoming and well-behaved children who have eager minds and wish to learn.

DBS check

PPAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will require an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check, medical clearance, and references.

Supporting documents and information

Please apply by outlining your skills and experience relevant to the post and complete the application form which is available from the school and the PPAT website.

Visits to the school are warmly welcome and we would be delighted to show you around. Please also consider looking at our school website and social media accounts (Facebook and X) to gain an understanding of our fun, academically high achieving, and friendly school.

Your completed application form and letter can be posted to the school or emailed to office@manorcourt.ppat365.org Please address it for the attention of Mrs Diana Hunt, Assistant school Business Manager.

Closing Date: Midday on Monday 9 March 2026

Interview Date: Week beginning Monday 16 March 2026

Please note: Early applications are encouraged. Manor Court Community Primary School reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date, should the school be able to appoint a suitable candidate.

Due to the expected number of applications we will only inform applicants if they have been shortlisted and invited to attend an interview.

Apply on the Manor Court Community Primary School website

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