Teaching Assistant

Midsomer Norton Primary; Midsomer Norton; Remote; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Welton Primary School in Midsomer Norton invites applications for a Teaching Assistant – Grade 3. This permanent, part-time role is 27.5 hours per week during term time plus 5 inset days.

The salary is £13.70–£14.14 per hour, with an actual salary of £16,874–£17,416 for the full-time equivalent (£26,427–£27,274). The successful candidate will support learning, wellbeing and personal needs, build positive relationships, and help maintain a calm, inclusive classroom.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting or caring for children.
• Good English and maths basic education.
• Level 2 TA qualification (or equivalent) with induction, or substantial recent experience.

Responsibilities

• Supporting children’s learning, wellbeing and personal needs, following agreed plans and guidance.
• Building positive relationships and encouraging participation and independence.
• Supporting learning activities, including literacy, numeracy and the use of technology.
• Noticing and recording children’s responses and progress, and sharing feedback with teachers.
• Helping maintain a calm, organised learning environment and promoting positive behaviour.
• Preparing resources and providing practical classroom and administrative support.

Skills

Communication

Patience

Teamwork

Education

Level 2 TA qualification

Job description

# Teaching AssistantEmployer: Welton Primary SchoolLocation: Midsomer Norton, SomersetContract Type: PermanentHours: Part TimeSalary: £26,427–£27,274 FTEPosted: 9th November 2026Expires: 25th November 2026 11:59 PMStart Date: 4th January 2027Job ID: 1583320Job Reference: TA-27.5* Share :* Print**Teaching Assistant – Grade 3****Hours: 27.5 hours per week, Term time plus 5 inset days****Closing date: 26 November 2026****Salary: £13.70 - £14.14 per hour, Actual Salary £16,874 - £17,416 (Full time equivalent £26,427 - £27,274)**Help children feel they belong, build confidence and make progress every day.At Welton Primary School, we are proud to be “Building Foundations in the Heart of Our Community.” We are looking for a caring, committed Teaching Assistant to join our welcoming school and help every child feel known, valued and ready to learn. About Welton We are a small academy primary school with 140 children, from our tailored early years unit, The Nest (ages 2–5), through to Year 6. Our size helps us build strong relationships and celebrate each child’s individual strengths and potential.Our school community is guided by HEART: Honesty, Empathy, Ambition, Resilience and Togetherness. Alongside our simple shared rules—be safe, be kind, be your best—these values shape how we learn and work together.We are focused on making a positive difference for every child, with particular attention to early language and development, confident writing, and ensuring children who need additional support can participate, belong and achieve.**About the role**Working under the guidance of teachers and senior staff, you will help children access learning, develop independence and feel safe and supported in school. You will contribute to a purposeful, inclusive classroom and support learning in class, in small groups and through planned one-to-one activities.The role includes:* Supporting children’s learning, wellbeing and personal needs, following agreed plans and guidance.* Building positive relationships and encouraging kindness, participation, confidence and independence.* Supporting learning activities, including literacy, numeracy and the use of technology.* Noticing and recording children’s responses and progress, and sharing clear feedback with teachers.* Helping maintain a calm, organised learning environment and promoting positive behaviour.* Preparing resources and providing practical classroom and administrative support.You will be part of a team committed to helping children make progress and ensuring that support is thoughtful, consistent and responsive to their needs.**About you**You will bring warmth, patience and a genuine interest in children’s learning and development. You’ll be able to build respectful relationships with children and adults, work constructively as part of a team, and use your initiative while following teachers’ guidance.We’re looking for someone who can:Communicate well and support children with a range of needs.Encourage children to take part, persevere and grow in confidence.Observe carefully and share information about children’s progress or concerns.Use basic technology and everyday classroom equipment.Reflect on their practice and make the most of opportunities to learn.Applicants should have a good basic education, particularly in English and maths, and relevant experience supporting or caring for children. The role requires either a relevant Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) and the appropriate induction, or substantial recent relevant experience. Experience supporting children with complex needs and delivering learning programmes is important.What we offer You’ll join a welcoming school team where your contribution matters. We support staff to develop through relevant training, professional development opportunities and our performance management review process. This is an opportunity to build your skills while helping shape children’s everyday experiences and progress.Welton Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. An Enhanced DBS check will be required before appointment.### AttachmentsData Protection and Data Breach PolicyMNSP Recruitment BrochureTrust Annual Report 2025Welton Primary School TA Job Description - Grade 3 .docx (1)### Safeguarding Statement:Welton Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.