Teaching Assistant
Chilton Foliat Church of England Primary School, Hungerford, Berkshire, RG17 0TF35 days remaining to apply
Job start date
2 September 2026
Closing date
15 June 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
11 May 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 1
Working pattern
- Full time (Can be done as a job share): Monday to Friday – 08.50am to 3.20pm (3.00pm Friday) Job Share will be considered on a 3/2 day split, Monday-Wednesday and Thursday-Friday.
Contract type
- Permanent
Hourly rate
- £13.45 per hour
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated individual to join our team as a Classroom Teaching Assistant in KS1. The role will also include some lunchtime supervision.
The main purpose of this post is to provide high‑quality support for pupils’ learning, wellbeing and personal development throughout the school day. The postholder will help children develop independence, confidence and positive relationships, while ensuring their safety, dignity and inclusion at all times. Working as part of a supportive team, they will contribute to a positive learning environment that reflects the values and ethos of the school.
Qualities and skills
- A genuine passion for working with young children and meeting their individual needs
- Patience, empathy, and a nurturing approach to building positive, trusting relationships
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, to collaborate effectively with staff, parents, and external professionals
- Ability to follow individual learning and care plans, adapting activities and approaches to suit pupil needs
- Confidence in carrying out intimate care tasks, ensuring dignity, respect, and adherence to school policies
- A flexible and proactive attitude, with the ability to work independently and as part of a supportive team
- Reliability, discretion, and a calm manner, especially when responding to changing needs or unexpected situations.
What the school offers its staff
In return we can offer:
- A warm, caring and positive environment where children are at the centre of all that we do
- Happy, polite and well-behaved children who are a pleasure to teach
- Real opportunities to develop your career
- A truly supportive whole school community.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
About Chilton Foliat Church of England Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained schools, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 92 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Chilton Foliat Church of England Primary School website
- Email address
- admin@chiltonfoliat.wilts.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01488682630
The School
Chilton Foliat Primary School is situated on the edge of the beautiful village of Chilton Foliat. We are very close to the county boundary between Wiltshire and West Berkshire, about two miles from the market town of Hungerford and close to Junction 14 on the M4 (with easy access from any direction).
We are a vibrant village school, with numbers on the rise. The whole school team, governors and families are determined to enable our children to grow both as individuals and community members in the most enriched, creative, active and fulfilling primary school environment possible. We have a strong family and community ethos which we live out in acts and deeds. We love to get out and about and invite visitors in so that we can share our life experiences. We are proud of our “Growth Mindset” model of building resilience and independence in all that we do and our children love challenge and taking on new educational adventures.
We have undergone a programme of building development resulting in a purpose-built community club house and new classroom, as well as extended hall and bathroom facilities. We have completed the development of our Early Years Outside Area, working with Action for River Kennett (ARK) to include a rain garden and other environmentally supportive features. We are blessed with plenty of outside space, including our on-site forest school which allows children to run freely each day and to learn in an outdoor environment. We are also able to make use of these facilities each day with sport and recreation. Having our own kitchens allows us to provide healthy nutritional school meals easily for all the children and staff at the school. With our own off-road parking we offer a safe, secure drop off and pick up as well as a designated entrance for staff, parents and carers to access safely.
You are encouraged to look at our website to find out more about us and to read our most recent Ofsted Report (April 2025) and SIAMS Report (June2025). It is also strongly recommended that you make an appointment to visit and see for yourself what it could be like to be part of our fantastic and welcoming team. Please call the office on 01488 682630.
Arranging a visit to Chilton Foliat Church of England Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email admin@chiltonfoliat.wilts.sch.uk.
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