Teaching Assistant
St Thomas Primary School, Exeter, Devon, EX2 9BB23 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
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
- School website
- St Thomas Primary School website
- 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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