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Teaching Assistant

St Michael's CofE Primary School, Lyme Regis, Lyme Regis, Dorset, DT7 3DY

This job expired on 9 October 2025 – see similar jobs

• Job start date

  3 November 2025

• Closing date

  9 October 2025 at 11am

• Date listed

  26 September 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: £13.26 - £13.47 Hourly Grade 5 SCP 5-6 £25,583 (FTE)

Teaching Assistant job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen at St Michael’s Academy for a committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our friendly team. You’ll be working with Lister Class (Reception, Year 1 and Year 2)on Fridays, from 8:45am to 3:30pm (term time only), unpaid lunch break from 12.15pm to 1.30 pm (we have a MDSA vacancy Friday's only 12.15pm to 1.00pm also advertise on MNT) helping to create a caring and supportive learning environment where every child can achieve their full potential. This is a Fixed Term contract until 31st August 2026.

We are looking for someone who will:

• Embrace, support, and help develop the Christian ethos of our school.
• Lead, inspire, and motivate children in line with our vision: “Do to others as you would like them to do to you.” (Luke 6:13).
• Be a team player who collaborates closely with colleagues across the DSAT academy.
• Bring a positive, flexible attitude and a genuine passion for supporting children’s learning.
• Provide a stable, nurturing classroom environment.
• Hold GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths, with strong communication skills.
• Have previous school experience (helpful but not essential—training will be provided!)

Why Join Us?

• Extensive CPD, coaching, and ongoing support to help you grow professionally.
• Close collaboration within the DSAT academy network.
• Enthusiastic children who love to learn.
• Supportive, hardworking staff and leadership.
• A welcoming, inclusive school community.
• Opportunities to develop your skills and interests, with guidance from experienced leaders.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce.

We want our staff to thrive so we offer an extensive range of wellness services and professional learning opportunities to support growth and development. Please visit our website for further details: Diocese of Salisbury Academy Trust - Wellness

Interested?

Visits to the school are warmly encouraged!

Call us on 01297 442623 or Email office@stmichaels.dsat.org.uk to arrange a visit or ask questions.

When you’re ready to apply, please complete the application form on My New Term (CVs not accepted).

All applicants will be notified of the shortlisting decisions by email. References for shortlisted candidates will be requested before interviews. 

We Value Diversity:

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All applicants will be subject to a number of checks including the Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.

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

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.

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About St Michael's CofE Primary School, Lyme Regis

• School type: Academy, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 73 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: St Michael's CofE Primary School, Lyme Regis website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/st-michael-s-church-of-england-voluntary-aided-primary-school-lyme-regis-lyme-regis

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