Senior Teaching Assistant - PPA & Classroom Support (Term Time)

St Michael's Church of England Primary Academy; Exeter; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Scheme (LGPS)

Cycle to work scheme

Tax Free Childcare

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

St Michaels CofE Primary Academy in Exeter is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant for 19.5 hours per week on a fixed term contract until 31 August 2027. The role is term-time only (39 weeks per year) with a starting salary of £13,452 (NJC Scale, Grade 5).

Interviews mid-November, start January 2027, with DBS checks and safeguarding emphasis. The successful candidate will develop caring relationships with pupils, support planning and resource preparation, and provide meaningful cover to

Qualifications

• Be effective at developing caring and positive relationships with pupils.
• Have the presence to manage all classes in the school.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and assist in planning.
• Help prepare resources and provide meaningful cover to remove barriers to learning.
• Demonstrate a positive, proactive approach and support the Church of England ethos.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning cycle and help prepare resources. Your own PPA time will be given to you.
• Provide meaningful and effective cover and support to learning.
• Develop caring relationships with pupils and manage classes across the school.
• Support the school's ethos and values in daily activities.

Job description

St Michaels CofE Primary Academy in Exeter is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant for 19.5 hours per week on a fixed term contract until 31 August 2027. The role is term-time only (39 weeks per year) with a starting salary of £13,452 (NJC Scale, Grade 5).

Interviews mid-November, start January 2027, with DBS checks and safeguarding emphasis. The successful candidate will develop caring relationships with pupils, support planning and resource preparation, and provide meaningful cover to