23 days remaining to apply

  • Start date details

    September 2026

  • Closing date

    5 June 2026 at 9am

  • Date listed

    13 May 2026

Job details

Job role

  • Teaching assistant

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Key stage 1, Key stage 2

Working pattern

Part time: 28 hours Monday-Friday

Contract type

Permanent

Full-time equivalent salary

Salary £25,989 - £26,403 per annum, actual salary £16,916 - £17,186 per annum for part time, term time only working.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for someone who:

· 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

What the school offers its staff

Because this is a school where relationships matter.

A school where children are encouraged to be themselves, discover their strengths and develop a lifelong love of learning. A school where play, creativity, curiosity and kindness are valued just as highly as achievement.

We are proud of our supportive team culture and our commitment to ensuring every child receives the very best start to their education and their future.

If you are someone who wants to make a genuine difference, who believes in inclusion and belonging, and who wants to be part of a school community that cares deeply about children and each other, we would love to hear from you.

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.

Because this is a school where relationships matter.

A school where children are encouraged to be themselves, discover their strengths and develop a lifelong love of learning. A school where play, creativity, curiosity and kindness are valued just as highly as achievement.

We are proud of our supportive team culture and our commitment to ensuring every child receives the very best start to their education and their future.

If you are someone who wants to make a genuine difference, who believes in inclusion and belonging, and who wants to be part of a school community that cares deeply about children and each other, we would love to hear from you.

Commitment to safeguarding

Exeter Learning Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We encourage you to read our Safeguarding Policy before applying. We will ask for references and conduct an online search for all shortlisted candidates. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful candidates.

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.

Additional documents

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

About St Thomas Primary School

School type
Academies, ages 5 to 11
Education phase
Primary school
School size
193 pupils enrolled
Age range
5 to 11
Ofsted report
View Ofsted report
Email address
hr@elatschools.com

St Thomas Primary School is a member of Exeter Learning Academy Trust, a primary trust with big ambitions for the children in our care. The school has been under the leadership of an acting Headteacher for 12 months and following the retirement of the substantive head teacher we are now looking to recruit a dedicated and ambitious school leader for our children.

St Thomas is a welcoming and happy school with an ethos of aspiration and achievement for all pupils. It sits within the heart of its community, has a strong family ethos and is well regarded. We will be looking for the successful candidate to continue to work closely with the community, ensure the school has a rich and diverse curriculum offer and that our most vulnerable pupils build strong and lasting relationships leading to excellent outcomes and great futures.

Arranging a visit to St Thomas Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hr@elatschools.com.

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