Teaching Assistant A x3

32.5 hours per week

MEDINA HOUSE SCHOOL VACANCIES

MEDINA HOUSE SCHOOL, SCHOOL LANE, NEWPORT, IOW, PO30 2HS

Tel: 01983 522917

E-mail: admin@medinahouse.iow.sch.uk

Web: www.medinahouseschool.co.uk

Headteacher: Chris Berry

Post 1. Teachers Assistant A X 3

Salary

Grade 7A-E (FTE £28,598 - £30,024)
Actual Salary £22,255.23 - £23,364.96 per annum

Hours 32.5 hours per week, term time only
Permanent ContractStart Date: As Soon As Possible

Vacancies

We are seeking to appoint three Teaching Assistant Level 3 (TA3) staff to join our dedicated and supportive team:

• Two positions based at our School Lane site, Newport
• One position based at our Chillerton site

Be Part of Something Special

At Medina House School, we are committed to helping every child thrive. We are a specialist primary school supporting pupils aged 4-11 with a wide range of additional needs across our two sites in Newport and Chillerton. Our pupils have diverse learning profiles and benefit from highly personalised support that enables them to achieve success both academically and personally.

We are looking to appoint enthusiastic, experienced and caring Teaching Assistants Level 3 to join our hardworking team. Two positions are based at our School Lane site in Newport, which supports pupils with a broad range of needs and abilities. One position is based at our Chillerton site, which supports pupils with complex learning difficulties and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

As a Teaching Assistant Level 3, you will play a key role in supporting pupils to achieve their full potential. You will lead small group work, deliver interventions, support learning within the classroom and provide cover for class teachers when required. You will work closely with teachers, therapists and families to help pupils overcome barriers to learning and achieve positive outcomes.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Holds a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.
• Has a minimum of three years' relevant experience.
• Has experience working with primary-aged pupils.
• Is confident leading learning activities and providing class cover when required.
• Is nurturing, resilient, flexible and enthusiastic.
• Has excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Is committed to securing the very best outcomes for children with additional needs.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a welcoming and supportive staff team.
• Access ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Work in a rewarding specialist setting where every day brings new opportunities to make a difference.
• Help shape positive futures for children and their families.
• Join a school that values teamwork, inclusion, ambition and positive relationships.

We are looking for people who see potential before barriers and who are committed to helping every child succeed.

Visits Welcome

We strongly encourage prospective applicants to visit the school and see first-hand the difference we make. To arrange a visit, please contact us using the details above.

How to Apply

For an application form, job description and person specification, please email admin@medinahouse.iow.sch.ukor visit our website.

Completed application forms should be returned to Katie Pender, School Business Manager, via admin@medinahouse.iow.sch.uk.

Key Dates

Closing Date: Noon on 23/11/2026
Shortlisting: 24/11/2026 Interviews: 30/11/2026

Safeguarding Statement

Medina House School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory pre-employment checks. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Medina House School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check before appointment is confirmed.

PLEASE NOTE: Not all school staff are employed directly by the Isle of Wight Council, you can ask on application who the employer for this role will be.

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