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Derwent Primary School is a good school (Ofsted 2023) 'Pupils at the school talk positively about it and want to succeed'
We are a friendly, modern and inclusive school with exceptional facilities. We have beautiful, extensive grounds that are set in a semi-rural environment in Henlow.
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Southill Lower School is a good school (Ofsted 2021) which nurtures values, grows inspiration and raises aspirations.
We are a small, friendly school. We have an idyllic rural setting in grounds owned by the Whitbread estate in the beautiful village of Southill. Our Ofsted report says that “Classrooms and corridors are filled with Laughter”.
We respect ourselves; we respect others; we respect our environment
We are a diverse and equal opportunities employer
We are looking for an enthusiastic, dedicated TA (with midday duties) based at Derwent Primary School
Full-time permanent contract Monday - Friday 8.45am-3.30pm (31.25 hours a week) with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break
Level 2A point 3 £12.85ph (£24,796 per annum, pro-rata)
Applications are welcomed from current and newly trained teaching assistants
Person Specification
- Experience with supporting children in a learning environment
- Demonstrated enthusiasm and empathy in providing for children with additional needs in mainstream education
- A keenness to work closely with colleagues in a nurturing SEN provision on a mainstream school site
- Recent experience in working in the primary classroom
- Some knowledge of phonics
- Good knowledge of parent and report feedback including liaising with SLT and the SENCO
We can offer successful applicants:
- Enthusiastic children with parents who are very keen to work with the school in successful education for SEN pupils.
- Professional, dedicated and supportive colleagues.
- A well led, supportive and ambitious governing body.
- A welcoming environment where partnerships with parents, carers and the wider community are celebrated.
- A full programme of professional and curriculum development
Teaching Assistant Job Description
Teaching Assistant Person Specification
We are looking for an enthusiastic, dedicated Midday Supervisor based at Derwent Primary School
Full-time permanent contract Monday - Friday 11.30am – 1.30pm (10 hours a week)
Level 1D point 2 £12.65ph
Applications are welcomed from current and newly trained midday supervisors
Person Specification
- Supervision of pupils immediately before, during and after the midday meal. This includes pupils who have a school meal as well as those who bring their own food.
- Supervision of pupils’ entry into the dining room, including any walk or journey to the dining room which might be required.
- Assistance for pupils where necessary to cut up food and guidance on the proper use of cutlery; assistance in the clearance of any spillage etc. if required.
- Supervision of pupils in the playground or other area of the school as required, dealing with any incidents of inappropriate pupil behaviour in line with the school’s Behaviour Management Policy. Organising play/games as appropriate inside school on wet days.
- Taking such steps as are necessary when pupils are sick, carrying out minor first aid and summoning any assistance needed to deal with injuries or illness.
We can offer successful applicants:
- Enthusiastic children with parents who are very keen to work with the school in successful education for SEN pupils.
- Professional, dedicated and supportive colleagues.
- A well led, supportive and ambitious governing body.
- A welcoming environment where partnerships with parents, carers and the wider community are celebrated.
- A full programme of professional and curriculum development
Applications for both positions are through MyNewTerm only.
Please do not send CV’s.
Midday Supervisor:
https://mynewterm.com/jobs/109457/EDV-2026-DPS-28437
Teaching Assistant:
https://mynewterm.com/jobs/109457/EDV-2026-DPS-79231
Closing date for both vacancies: Friday 27th February 2026
Interview dates for both vacancies: WC 2nd March 2026
Start date for both vacancies: Monday 13th April 2026
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are conditional and subject to an enhanced DBS and Social Media checks.
We reserve the right to withdraw these advertisements if suitable applicants are appointed prior to 27th February 2026
Page updated: February 2026
