Teaching Assistant + MDSA

Start date

January 2027 Salary

NJC K

Grade (depending on experience) Contract

Permanent Hours

Monday–Thursday, 8.20 am–3.20 pm Friday, 8.20 am–1.40 pm At Lainesmead, we believe every child should strive, achieve and excel so that they can believe in a limitless future. We are a warm, inclusive and values-led school where teamwork, kindness and ambition go hand in hand.We are looking to appoint two caring, proactive and motivated Teaching Assistants and MDSAs to join our team. These additional posts will strengthen our support for pupils’ learning, wellbeing and inclusion under the direction of class teachers and senior leaders, while also contributing to a safe, positive and engaging lunchtime environment.These roles are varied, rewarding and central to the daily life of our school. You’ll work closely with teachers to support individuals and small groups, help pupils access learning, and contribute to our Thrive-informed, inclusive approach. This will include supporting children with SEND, communication needs and emotional regulation, alongside personal care where required. As an MDSA, you will support play, behaviour and wellbeing during lunchtimes, helping children enjoy positive social experiences.Where appropriate, designated Teaching Assistants may also undertake agreed whole-class cover. This is paid at the agreed cover rate for the time undertaken through the school’s claims process.

We welcome applications from

· Teaching Assistants with experience in primary settings.· Individuals with experience supporting children in schools, nurseries or similar environments.· Candidates who are enthusiastic, flexible and committed to inclusive practice.

We are seeking people who

· Build positive, respectful relationships with children and colleagues.· Demonstrate a calm, consistent and relational approach to behaviour.· Can support learning across the curriculum, adapting to pupils’ needs, including SEND and EAL.· Support children’s communication, independence and emotional wellbeing.· Are proactive, organised and able to follow teacher direction.· Contribute to a safe, purposeful and nurturing environment.· Are flexible, positive and committed to the values of the school.

We can offer you

· Children with a wide range of strengths and needs, whose learning and development you can help shape.· A friendly, collaborative staff team who look out for one another.· Opportunities to develop your skills and confidence.· Support and mentoring from experienced teachers and leaders.· A chance to make a meaningful difference to pupils’ learning and wellbeing.· An inclusive, nurturing environment where wellbeing and laughter are valued.

Closing date

9 am on

Monday 9 November 2026 Interviews

Monday 16 November 2026Visits to the school are warmly encouraged. Please contact the school office to arrange a time to meet us and see what makes Lainesmead such a special place to work.Safer Recruitment StatementLainesmead Primary School and Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Disclosure, Disqualification Declaration and proof of Right to Work in the UK. References will be called and checked prior to interview (if you do not wish us to call references prior to interview, please make this clear on your application). Any offer of appointment will be subject to entirely satisfactory references and medical pre-employment checks. Proof of qualifications will be required. Failure to disclose required information may result in disqualification or dismissal if appointed.