Pre-School Teaching Assistant
Alphington Primary School, Exeter, Devon, EX2 8RQ16 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
16 October 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
30 September 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years
Working pattern
- Full time: Monday - Friday, 8.40am-5.00pm
Contract type
- Permanent
Full time equivalent salary
- £24,741 - £25,135
What skills and experience we're looking for
Be the person who helps a child believe they can.
At Alphington Primary School, we know the moments children remember most are often the ones where they felt safe, valued and truly believed in.
The warm welcome at the classroom door. The encouragement to keep trying. The adult who notices when a child is struggling - and helps them find their confidence again.
These moments matter.
We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic and experienced Pre-School Teaching Assistant to join our Early Years team. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of child development and the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
This role involves supporting children’s learning, development and wellbeing within our pre-school provision, helping to create a nurturing, engaging and stimulating environment where every child can thrive. The post also includes supporting our children during wraparound provision from 3.30pm to 5.00pm, ensuring they remain safe, happy and well cared for at the end of the school day.
We are looking for someone who is warm, dedicated, flexible and passionate about giving young children the very best start to their educational journey.
We are looking for someone who:
holds a Level 3 Early Years Qualification
has a current Paediatric First Aid Certificate
genuinely enjoys working with children and building positive relationships
brings calmness, kindness, resilience and a sense of humour
believes every child deserves to feel successful
can support children with a wide range of needs and personalities
is proactive, adaptable and willing to get stuck in
reflective and driven to get a little better everyday
wants to be part of a collaborative, caring school community
In this role, you will:
support pupils in class, in small groups and sometimes on a 1:1 basis
help children access learning and develop confidence and independence
work closely with teachers to deliver engaging and inclusive learning experiences
support children’s social, emotional and behavioural development
celebrate progress - from the smallest breakthrough to the biggest achievement
contribute to a calm, safe and purposeful learning environment
build positive relationships with families, colleagues and the wider school community
play an active part in school life, trips, events and enrichment opportunities
What the school offers its staff
In return, you will join a dedicated and welcoming staff team who care deeply about the children and each other, in a school where kindness, community and opportunity sit at the heart of everything we do.
Because for some children, the right adult really does change everything.
Become part of our journey by completing our application form and returning it to hr@elatschools.com if you would like to apply. Please see our Teaching Assistant Job Description for further informatio
Further information about the job
Closing Date: 16th October 2026
Interview Date: 21st October 2026
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, this role involves directly working with children and significant contact with children, and therefore we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Please ensure a full work history is completed in your application form including any gaps of employment. Applicants will be required to complete satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check for this post prior to commencement. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. The Trust is an equal opportunities employer.
If successfully shortlisted the HR Department will also be conducting an individual online search including your ‘name, education and employment’, to demonstrate due diligence following ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ guidance. The search will not form part of the actual shortlisting process and any concerns arising from the search will be discussed directly with you.
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. This role also requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on school website (opens in new tab)Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Alphington Primary School
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 2 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- Size
- 472 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- hr@elatschools.com
At Alphington we strive to provide the optimum learning environment to enable children to aspire, achieve and be the very best they can.
We pride ourselves in providing a caring friendly environment where it is possible to know all our children and their families. We believe that every child is different, yet equally important and valued. This ethos is tangible and can be felt as soon as you walk into our building and the classrooms. We aim to give the highest priority to academic excellence through a broad, balanced and exciting creative curriculum.
Arranging a visit to Alphington Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hr@elatschools.com.
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