Teaching Assistant x2
Closing in 10 days (6 July 2026 9:00 am)
Job details
Salary: Grade 14, £18,652 - £19,248 actual salary (pay award pending)
Employer: Westfield Academy
Location: Yeovil, Somerset, BA21 3EP
Contract type: Permanent, Term time
Working pattern: Full time, Part time
Closing date: 6 July 2026 9:00 am
About the job
Key information
Teaching Assistant, two roles
32 hours per week, term time only
(part time hours considered)
Grade 14, £18,652 – £19,248 actual salary (pay award pending)
What will I be doing?
Due to the expansion of our SEN provision, exciting opportunities have arisen at Westfield Academy for two Teaching Assistants. Supporting curriculum classes is a key element of the role, alongside delivery of 1-2-1 and small group interventions.
What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?
Experienced and enthusiastic individuals are required from September 2026 to join our dedicated team supporting students with special educational needs. You will be calm with the ability to be firm and patient and have excellent written, numeracy and oral communication skills. Whilst previous experience in a similar teaching assistant role is preferred, applications from individuals with experience of working with children and the right personal qualities are welcomed, as full training and support will be provided
DBS check
DBS check required.
Supporting documents and information
Westfield Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, including the barred list, as well as other pre-appointment checks such as online searches as outlined in Keeping Children Safe in Education (September 2025).
For further details please visit our website, or contact our HR & Student Data Officer, Mrs Rhiannon Briggs via email: rhiannon.briggs@westfieldacademy.co.uk.
The deadline for applications is Monday 6 July 2026 at 9:00am.
Interviews will take place on Thursday 9 July 2026.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by 5:00pm on Monday 6th July.
