Teaching Assistant - South Petherton Partnership

South Petherton Church of England Infants and Pre School, South Petherton, Somerset, TA13 5DY

Deadline is tomorrow

• Job start date

  1 September 2025

• Closing date

  14 July 2025 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  1 July 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Part time: Contracted hours 31.25 per week, Monday – Friday Hours: 8.45am – 3:30pm (term time only)
• Contract type: Fixed term - 2 years - 01/09/2025 - 31/08/2027
• Pay scale: Grade 14 Point 4 to 6 dependent on experience

What skills and experience we're looking for

Qualifications and training

GCSE or equivalent level, including at least a Grade 4 (previously Grade C) in English and Maths

First-aid training, or willingness to complete it

Experience

Experience working in a school environment or other educational setting

Experience working with children / young people

Experience planning and delivering learning activities

Skills and knowledge

Good literacy and numeracy skills

Good organisational skills

Ability to build effective working relationships with pupils and adults

Skills and expertise in understanding the needs of all pupils

Knowledge of how to help adapt and deliver support to meet individual needs

Subject and curriculum knowledge relevant to the role, and ability to apply this effectively in supporting teachers and pupils

Excellent verbal communication skills

Active listening skills

The ability to remain calm in stressful situations

Knowledge of guidance and requirements around safeguarding children

Good ICT skills, particularly using ICT to support learning

Understanding of roles and responsibilities within the classroom and whole school context

Personal qualities

Enjoyment of working with children

Sensitivity and understanding, to help build good relationships with pupils

A commitment to getting the best outcomes for all pupils, and promoting the ethos and values of the school

Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times

Commitment to safeguarding pupil’s wellbeing and equality

Resilient, positive, forward looking and enthusiastic about making a difference

Capacity to inspire, motivate and challenge children and young people

What the school offers its staff

South Petherton School’s Partnership is looking for a dedicated, enthusiastic, and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join our dynamic Junior School team. This is more than just a role – it’s your chance to be part of a bold new chapter in education.

As a partnership that unites our Pre-School, Infant, and Junior Schools, we are proud to deliver a continuous, high-quality learning experience rooted in our vibrant local community. Now, as we embark on an exciting, far-reaching initiative across all our schools, there’s never been a better time to join us.

What we offer:

• A warm and welcoming school community where every child is known and valued
• An inclusive, forward-thinking environment focused on excellence and wellbeing
• The opportunity to work alongside experienced educators and committed support staff
• A real chance to help shape the future of learning across our unique and ambitious partnership

If you are ready to make a meaningful difference and want to be part of a team that believes in the power of education to transform lives, we’d love to hear from you.

Be part of something special. Be part of South Petherton School’s Partnership.

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

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment, all posts are subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS Clearance.

Applying for the job

Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to office@southpethertoncofeinfants.co.uk

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Upload additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

TA Job Description and Person Specification July 25.pdf - 217 KB (opens in new tab)

TA Job Advert July 25.pdf - 782 KB (opens in new tab)

About South Petherton Church of England Infants and Pre School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 2 to 7
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 97 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 7
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: South Petherton Church of England Infants and Pre School website
• Email address: office@southpethertoncofeinfants.co.uk
• Phone number: 01460 240750
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/south-petherton-church-of-england-infants-and-pre-school

Infants and Pre-School

Arranging a visit to South Petherton Church of England Infants and Pre School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email office@southpethertoncofeinfants.co.uk.

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