Teaching Assistant

The Priory Primary School, Tadley, Hampshire, RG26 5QD

15 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 January 2027

• Closing date

  20 November 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  5 November 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £11,601.00 Annually (Actual) Salary stated is pro-rata (FTE salary £25,551)

Teaching Assistant job summary

Teaching Assistant (3 Days per Week)

The Priory Primary School is seeking a caring, enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team and help make a positive difference to the learning, development and wellbeing of our pupils.

Working closely with class teachers and colleagues, you will support high-quality teaching and learning across the school, helping pupils to achieve their full potential both academically and personally. You will work with individual pupils, small groups and whole classes, providing encouragement, guidance and practical support to help children access the curriculum, build confidence and develop independence.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the delivery of engaging and inclusive learning activities across a range of curriculum areas.
• Assisting pupils with literacy, numeracy and other learning programmes.
• Providing targeted support for pupils with additional needs, including those with SEND.
• Promoting positive behaviour and helping to create a nurturing and inclusive learning environment.
• Preparing learning resources and assisting with classroom organisation.
• Observing pupils' progress and sharing information with teaching staff to support assessment and planning.
• Supporting pupil wellbeing and safeguarding at all times.
• Supervising and supporting pupils during educational visits and other school activities.
• Working positively with staff, parents and external professionals to ensure the best outcomes for children.

We are looking for someone who:

• Enjoys working with children and is passionate about supporting their learning and development.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is patient, flexible and able to remain calm in a busy school environment.
• Can build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families.
• Demonstrates initiative and a proactive approach to supporting learning.
• Has a commitment to inclusion and ensuring every child feels valued and supported.
• Is willing to undertake relevant training and continuing professional development.

In return, we offer a welcoming and supportive school community, enthusiastic and friendly pupils, dedicated colleagues, and opportunities for professional development and growth.

Hours: 3 days per week, term time only
Location: The Priory Primary School, Tadley

The Priory Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check and pre-employment checks in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.

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 Priory Primary School and Hampshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

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 The Priory Primary School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 196 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: The Priory Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-priory-primary-school-tadley

Our School is a small academy primary school situated in the picturesque hamlet of Pamber End, North Hampshire. There are 190 children in seven classes; children entering in the year they become five and leaving at the age of eleven.

The school provides a happy stimulating environment where children love to learn. It provides an excellent education for all and offers a wealth of opportunities that enable children to develop key skills that will last them a lifetime.

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