Teaching Assistants - Required for September 2026
Muscliff Primary School is a vibrant, popular school in Bournemouth where children are happy and staff are committed to improving standards and providing exciting purposeful learning experiences for all children.
We have a strong team ethos and focus on creating a supportive nurturing environment for our children, built on positive relationships between home and school and use of Trauma Informed approaches.
We are looking for a highly motivated, enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to join us in September 2026, to work closely with class teachers to support children with a range of SEND. We require TAs to work every day (8.15-3.30pm with 30 min lunch) or part time (2 or 3 days) plus one hour a week for a team planning meeting.
The post will be Fixed Term Contract until the end of August 2027, with the possibility of being extended into the next academic year.
These are grade 3 positions (based on BCP pay grade system), full time equivalent salary range (5-6) £25,583 to £25,989. The role could be in Reception – Year 6 depending on the skills and experience of the candidates.
• Have experience, training and willingness to support children with a range of SEND; autism, developmental delay, social/ emotional, medical or learning disabilities
• Be able to draw on a range of skills to support children who have experienced trauma or adversity, adapting to individuals needs and following support plans
• Have good literacy and numeracy skills;
• Passionate about supporting and enriching children’s learning;
• Be creative and flexible in the way you work;
• Be committed to your own professional development;
• Be a team player who will embrace the opportunity to work hard and be part of our committed, highly skilled staff team.
If you would enjoy being part of our successful, friendly school, we would like to hear from you.
For more information about the school, our values, curriculum and organisation, please visit www.muscliffprimary.co.uk or telephone the school for an informal chat.
For further details and an application form, please ask at the school office. We will also accept online applications. Please download the form on the school website (‘About us: Vacancies’) and return to [email protected].
Closing date for applications – 12th May 2026
Interview date: Week beginning 18th May 2026
Headteacher: Mrs Sarah Fenby
Deputy Headteacher: Mrs Emma Huns