Teaching Assistant

St. Peter's CE Primary Academy; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Peter’s CE Primary Academy in Salisbury is seeking a full-time Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant school community. The role runs Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:00pm (30 hours per week, term time only), fixed term until 31 August 2027.

You will support the class teacher and assist pupils with learning and social communication skills. We value proactive, differentiating teaching support, with experience in a school setting preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils within a school setting.
• Ability to differentiate and adapt learning to meet individual needs.
• Commitment to high standards of classroom practice and pupil welfare.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the class teacher and another TA to support pupils’ learning and social communication.
• Differentiate and adapt learning activities to meet individual pupil needs.
• Show initiative to support pupils and contribute to a positive classroom environment.
• Lead, inspire and motivate children to engage with the curriculum.
• Maintain high expectations for learning and behaviour in the classroom.
• Demonstrate a desire to improve practice through professional development.

Skills

Pupil support

Differentiation

Motivation

Education

Experience in school setting

Job description

Are you eager to work within a vibrant and forward-looking centre for learning?

Are you looking to grow within an aspirational and supportive staff team?

If the above resonates with you, an exciting opportunity has arisen in Salisbury for you to be part of the successful team shaping the Trust’s vision for education at our school, St. Peter’s CE Primary Academy.

Experienced TAs are encouraged to apply. We are equally keen on applications from people interested in a new career in education.

Located to the west of Salisbury, the heart of a vibrant new community, St. Peter’s CE Primary Academy is set in extensive grounds overlooking the Wiltshire countryside. The building has state of the art facilities including a multi-use hall, extensive sports facilities inside and out, a multi-functional studio, food-technology room and a purpose-built nursery setting.

St Peter’s is a welcoming and stimulating environment which enables all children to thrive. We have developed an active, exciting and fast-paced curriculum which stimulates, engages and stretches all children whilst engendering them with a lifelong love of learning. Through personalised learning and sky-high expectations, all children are able to flourish and experience success. We are a strong, caring and supportive school community where children are encouraged to be reflective and proactive learners.

We will be looking for a full time TA to join our team, as soon as possible, in delivering an inclusive, world class learning experience for all our pupils. The hours are Monday to Friday 8:30am to 3:00pm (30 hours per week term time only). This equates to 0.68 FTE. This is for a fixed term, until 31st August 2027.

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Be expected to work closely with the class teacher and another teaching assistant within the classroom whilst supporting the pupil with their classroom learning and social communication skills.
• Be proactive and committed to differentiating and adapting learning to suit the needs of individual children
• Have some relevant experience supporting pupils within a school setting
• Lead, inspire and motivate children
• Have high expectations and excellent classroom practice
• Have a desire to improve their own practice further

In return, we offer you:

• Enthusiastic children
• Willing, hardworking staff team
• Supportive parents who are keen to be involved
• A strong team of governors

We want our staff to thrive so we offer an extensive range of wellness services and professional learning opportunities to support growth and development. Please visit our website for further details: Diocese of Salisbury Academy Trust - Wellness

We value the diversity of our workforce and welcome applications from all.

All applicants will be notified of the shortlisting decisions by email. References for shortlisted candidates will be requested before interviews.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All applicants will be subject to a number of checks including the Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.