Teaching Assistant

Nunney First School, Frome, Somerset, BA11 4NE

3 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  Asap

• Closing date

  17 November 2025 at 11am

• Date listed

  13 November 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: £2,635.00 Annually (Actual) BANES Grade 2 (SCP 4)

Teaching Assistant job summary

Temporary contract linked to funding for SEN Support

Term time only + 5 inset days

Monday and Thursday 13.00-15.15

We are looking for a Teaching Assistant (level 1) who, working under the direct instruction of our wonderful teaching team and based largely in the classroom, can support access to learning for pupils and provide general support to the teacher. This position would suit a positive, energetic, proactive team-player who is looking to start their career in education or just wants to make a difference!

Responsibilities include:

• Attend to the pupils’ personal needs, and implement related personal programmes, including social, health, physical, hygiene, first aid and welfare matters
• Support pupils to understand instructions
• Support the teacher in managing pupil behaviour
• Prepare classroom as directed for lessons, clear afterwards and assist with the display of pupils’ work
• Be aware of pupil problems/progress/achievements and report to the teacher

We can offer you:

• Children who will make you smile everyday
• A commitment to professional development, and being able to develop personal areas of interest linked with the role
• A school where staff enjoy working as part of a dedicated, supportive and creative team, aiming for excellence
• A supportive and encouraging Leadership Team and Governing Body
• An excellent Employee Assistance Programme offering a wealth of advice & support

We warmly encourage visits to our school so you can see for yourself all that we can offer. Please contact the school office to arrange a convenient time.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Please note: The salary indicated is based on a pay scale. New appointments are normally made at the bottom of the scale. Progression through the scale is dependent on length of service in line with our pay policy

All applications should be made via MyNewTerm

The Partnership Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Partnership Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Nunney First School

• School type: Academy, ages 4 to 9
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 71 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 9
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Nunney First School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/nunney-first-school-frome

Nunney First School is a single form entry school, situated in an expanding village, located to the north of the Mendip Hills serving the local community and surrounding areas. We are part of The Partnership Trust and share the same values and ethos. Within this, Nunney First School operates independently and focuses teaching and learning, resources and management to meet the specific needs of four to nine year olds.

Nunney First School creates a safe, respectful and nurturing environment, which maximises each child’s sense of wellbeing and acquisition of skills for life and learning. It is our vision that all children at Nunney First School are resilient, confident and enjoy school. They have a love for learning, work hard and progress and achieve well, both in and out of the classroom. The school celebrates achievement in all areas and encourages children to persevere when faced with challenges. We prepare children for a future full of opportunities by building confidence, communication skills and the ability to problem solve. The natural environment inspires much of our work, helping children to understand relationships and find their own unique place in our ever changing world. Parent partnership is extremely important to us and we strive to ensure that we provide excellent communication with families and carers at all times.

We are a committed, friendly and supportive staff team aiming for excellence for all. Our leadership team has a wealth of experience and a drive to promote professional development. We have supportive and committed governors and delightful, kind and friendly children who are eager to learn.

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