[261007] Teaching Assistant

Morice Town Primary Academy; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

Career progression

Professional development

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Morice Town Primary Academy is seeking an experienced Teaching Assistant to join in January 2027. The post is permanent, full-time, term-time only, with 28.33 hours per week and a pro rata salary.

The role focuses on supporting young children’s learning within a supportive team and school community in Plymouth. The candidate should have Level 2 TA or Level 2 EY qualifications, strong communication, collaboration, adaptability, and a can-do attitude; SEN experience is preferable.

Qualifications

• Have at least Level 2 Teaching Assistant and/or Level 2 Early Years Qualification (or equivalent)
• Be able to display effective communication skills with both children and adults
• Be eager to work collaboratively in a wider team, adaptable and open to new ideas and practices
• Be a fast and highly flexible thinker, being able to deal with change and unpredictability positively with a ‘can-do’ attitude
• Experience of working with SEN children preferable

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Adaptable

Can-do attitude

SEN experience

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant or Level 2 Early Years Qualification

Job description

Morice Town Primary Academy, Reach South Academy Trust is seeking to appoint an exceptional and experienced Teaching Assistant to join the School in January 2027.

Post: Teaching Assistant

Location: Morice Town Primary Academy, Charlotte Street, Plymouth, PL2 1RJ

FTE Salary Range: NJC Grade C, Point 5 - 7, £26,427 - £27,274

Acutal Annual Salary: £18,007 - £18,584 Per year Pro Rata

Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time, Term Time Only

Contract Hours: 28.33 per week

About the role

Morice Town Primary Academy is looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and committed Teaching Assistant to join our committed teaching team. The ideal candidate will be hard working, friendly and outgoing and have relevant experience of working in a school setting. They will have a passion for supporting young children’s learning and development and enjoy working as part of a team.

About the successful candidate

This is a great opportunity for a self-motivated and well organised individual. We are looking for people who have the following experience and qualities:

• Have at least Level 2 Teaching Assistant and/or Level 2 Early Years Qualification (or equivalent to these)
• Be able to display effective communication skills with both children and adults
• Be eager to work collaboratively in a wider team, adaptable and open to new ideas and practices
• Be a fast and highly flexible thinker, being able to deal with change and unpredictability positively with a ‘can-do’ attitude
• Experience of working with SEN children preferable

About the School

Morice Town Primary Academy is a popular and successful school within the local and wider area. The children are aged 4 - 11 years old and we have a single form entry. Our children feel safe, cared for and well looked after. We have a strong bond with our parents as well as the community as a whole.

In return, we can offer you:

• The support of our experienced team in developing your practice.
• Providing you with the opportunity to work alongside other experienced members of the school and academy trust staff.
• A hardworking but caring environment where the children thrive.
• Working with children who have a desire to learn and do well.
• Access to Reach South Multi Academy Trust’s high quality continuous professional development programme.

About the Trust

Reach South Academy Trust is a thriving and ambitious Multi-Academy Trust established to provide high-quality, inclusive education across the South West of England. The Trust comprises 21 academies located across Plymouth, Devon, Bournemouth, Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, serving children and young people aged 3 to 19 in primary, secondary, all-through, specialist and technical education settings.

At Reach South, every academy retains its unique identity while benefiting from the strength, expertise and collaborative support of a wider family of schools. The Trust's mission is to transform the lives of young people through exceptional educational opportunities, ensuring every pupil is equipped with the knowledge, skills and confidence to succeed both now and in the future.

Guided by the core values of Aspiration, Resilience, Excellence, Integrity and Service, Reach South is committed to promoting social mobility and social justice, helping every young person fulfil their potential regardless of background or circumstance.

Central to the Trust's success is its talented and dedicated workforce. Reach South invests in the professional development of its staff and actively encourages collaboration, innovation and continual improvement across its schools. The Trust seeks to recruit individuals who share its values, demonstrate a commitment to excellence and are motivated to work alongside colleagues to deliver the very best outcomes for children and young people.

Together, Reach South's schools are on a pioneering journey to provide outstanding educational experiences and create opportunities that enable every learner to aspire, achieve and thrive

Next Steps

If you think this role may be for you and want to be involved at this exciting time in our development and have any questions about the position, please get in touch by calling the Recruitment Team on 07759365064 or emailing us at [e-mail].

Closing date: for applications is Sunday 1st November 2026

Interview Date: Interviews are provisionally booked for Wednesday 11th November 2026

Opportunities and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary plus LGPS pension, great career progression and development opportunities, access to our Employee Assistance Programme with many other benefits.

We’re proud of how we support our staff in order that you have high levels of job satisfaction, are aware of the difference you are making for the children and families you work with and can see your contribution towards our community. There are regular opportunities for professional development and training, and a wider community of staff to network with within Reach South Multi Academy Trust. You will have the chance to visit other local schools, work alongside a range of outside professionals and take part in a variety of e-learning and face-to-face training.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Each post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Reach South Academy Trust has an Equal Opportunities Policy for selection and recruitment. Applicants are requested to complete the Equal Opportunities Monitoring section of the application form before submitting.