Teaching Assistant - Canada Hill Community Primary School
- Teignbridge, Devon
- Multiple Terms
- £13.05 per hour
Canada Hill Primary School is a happy, inclusive and forward-thinking school where children feel valued, safe and inspired to learn. We are seeking a caring, committed and enthusiastic Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant to join our Early Years team from September 2026.
This post is temporary due to funding.
You will work closely with the class teacher and Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Co-ordinator (SENDCo) to support the child’s learning, emotional regulation and daily care needs within the school environment.
The role will include:
• Supporting communication and interaction throughout the school day.
• Building positive, trusting relationships with the pupil, parents and other adults/children in the class.
• Supporting the child with emotional regulation and co-regulation when needed.
• Delivering personalised support strategies and sensory approaches.
• Assisting with play, learning and social development.
• Providing intimate care, including nappy changing and personal hygiene support, in line with the school’s policies and training.
• Working collaboratively with parents, staff and external professionals.
We are looking for someone who:
• Is nurturing, calm and emotionally resilient.
• Has experience working with young children with additional needs (desirable).
• Understands, or is willing to learn about, communication and interaction differences, including autism and sensory needs.
• Can respond sensitively to children experiencing big emotions.
• Is confident providing intimate care with dignity and respect.
• Has excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Experience in Early Years, Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) support or care work would be advantageous.
In return, we are able to offer a collaborative and outstanding professional development experience within a friendly and dedicated staff who are committed to pupils being achieving their best.
Visits to the school are warmly encouraged. Please contact the School Office on 01626 335595 or office@canadahill.org to arrange a suitable time.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This role requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.
Online searches may be done as part of pre-recruitment checks.
An application form and further details can be obtained by contacting Canada Hill Community Primary school via email at office@canadahill.org.
Your completed application form should be returned by email to head@canadahill.org.
Interview Date: week commencing 20 July 2026
Job Details
- OrganisationDevon County Schools
- Work LocationTeignbridgeDevon
- Work Postcode
TQ12 6YS
- Reference
KH4306
- Occupational GroupEducation Support
- Salary Details
£13.05 per hour
- Job TermFixed
- Appointment TypeFull TimeTerm Time
- Hours
32.5 hours per week (8.30am - 12.30pm/1pm - 3.30pm, Monday - Friday), 39 weeks per annum
- Closing Date
20/07/2026
- DBS Check Required
Yes