Primary Teaching Assistant — Term-Time, Flexible Support

Shirwell Community Primary School; Swindon; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 11,000; Part time

Job summary

Shirwell Community Primary School is seeking a committed Teaching Assistant for a fixed-term role. The post is 14.37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, pro-rata, NJC Grade C salary £26,847 - £27,274 FTE until 31 August 2027.

You will support learning in class and small groups, deliver literacy and numeracy interventions, help prepare resources, and promote pupil wellbeing. An enhanced DBS is required; closing date 15 October 2026; right to work in the UK essential.

Qualifications

• Experience working with or caring for children
• Knowledge of safeguarding practices
• Strong communication skills in English
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Able to relate well to children and adults

Responsibilities

• Support learning in classroom and small groups
• Deliver literacy and numeracy interventions
• Assist with planning cycles and preparing learning resources
• Promote positive behaviour and pupil independence
• Supervise break times and accompany trips

Skills

Experience with children

Safeguarding knowledge

English fluency

Team player

Education

NVQ Level 2 TA

Job description

Shirwell Community Primary School is seeking a committed Teaching Assistant for a fixed-term role. The post is 14.37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, pro-rata, NJC Grade C salary £26,847 - £27,274 FTE until 31 August 2027.

You will support learning in class and small groups, deliver literacy and numeracy interventions, help prepare resources, and promote pupil wellbeing. An enhanced DBS is required; closing date 15 October 2026; right to work in the UK essential.