Teaching Assistant
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The Vacancy
Salary: NJC Grade C: £25,583 - £26,403 FTE (This will be paid pro-rata to reflect hours and weeks worked)
Working Pattern: This is a fixed term position working 30 hours per week, 38 weeks per year until 31st August 2026 (Monday to Friday 8.45 -15.15)
South Molton Community Primary School are seeking a committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our school team working with both groups and individuals across Key Stage 2. You will play a key role in supporting pupils’ learning, wellbeing and development, helping to create a positive, inclusive and engaging school environment.
About the Role
Working under the guidance of teaching and senior staff, you will support learning in both the classroom and small‑group settings.
Responsibilities include:
- Supporting pupils’ welfare and personal care, including those with SEND
- Delivering pre‑planned learning, care and support programmes
- Implementing literacy and numeracy interventions
- Assisting with planning cycles and preparing learning resources
- Providing clerical and administrative support to teaching staff
- Monitoring progress and giving feedback to teachers
- Promoting positive behaviour and encouraging pupil independence
- Supporting school policies for safeguarding, health & safety, confidentiality and equal opportunities
- You will also assist with supervision during break/lunchtimes and accompany pupils on trips when required.
What We’re Looking For
We are looking for someone who can bring energy, compassion and commitment to the role.
Essential qualities include:
- Experience working with or caring for children of a relevant age
- Basic understanding of child development and learning
- Knowledge of safeguarding practice and strategies to remove barriers to learning
- Strong communication skills, including confidence and fluency in spoken English
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Ability to relate well to both children and adults
- Good literacy and numeracy skills (GCSE English & Maths or equivalent)
- Confidence using ICT, including Microsoft Office programmes
Desirable (but not essential):
- Experience supporting pupils with Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
- Knowledge of SEN practices and the national curriculum
- Additional training in learning strategies such as literacy or numeracy
- NVQ Level 2 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent
Why Join Us?
You will become part of a dedicated team working to ensure every child has the opportunity to thrive. We offer:
- A supportive and collaborative working environment
- Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development
- The chance to make a significant impact on pupils’ learning and wellbeing
If you’re passionate about helping children succeed and want to be part of a warm, nurturing school community, we’d love to hear from you.
To apply for this role please submit your application online; your supporting statement should outline your suitability for the post.
The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Tuesday 24th February 2026, interviews will be held on Thursday 26th February 2026.
All shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search.
The Harbour Schools Partnership require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.
The Harbour Schools Partnership
The Harbour Schools Partnership is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and an enhanced disclosure is required for this post.
Our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy is available via our website here.
Our Vision
Our school aims to be a positive, caring community in which each individual is valued and respected. We endeavour to provide a high-quality learning environment to enable children and staff to learn about the world and embrace learning for life.
We foster confidence and independence in our children. We encourage children to understand the feelings of others, to respect their differences, ideas and cultures and to consider thoughtfully their own attitudes, values and beliefs.
Our school is committed to offering the children a high standard of education, through a broad and balanced curriculum in line with statutory requirements.
Values
Holywell C of E Primary School believe that our values drive our behaviours which in turn create the culture of our organisation. Our core values are:
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