Teaching Assistant

eTeach UK Limited; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking a compassionate Teaching Assistant to support pupils aged 7-11. The successful candidate will be part of a nurturing team committed to enhancing education. This fixed-term position involves 18.75 hours per week during term time only. Benefits include professional development opportunities and an excellent pension scheme.

Benefits

Continuous professional development opportunities

Brunel Perks - exclusive discounts

Discounts with Swindon Designer Outlet Village

Excellent pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Annual pay progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Entry-level or experienced Teaching Assistants are welcome to apply.
• A completed application form along with education history and qualifications is required.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom activities and assist students.
• Celebrate small successes of the pupils.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues.

Skills

Nurturing

Empathetic

Sense of humour

Adaptability

Patience

Job description

Overview

St Mark’s CofE School is a mainstream Church of England Junior School for pupils aged 7-11 years. At St Mark’s we see ourselves as a family that nurtures and includes all who come through our doors. Through strong leadership, a positive attitude to learning and high expectations of all our learners, the school provides a friendly and caring place in which to learn where everybody matters.

We work hard to provide the best possible education for every child and will not rest until our good is better and our better is best. We believe in better – better teaching, better outcomes, better everything.

Role

We are in search of a Teaching Assistant who:

• Is nurturing and empathetic
• Has a great sense of humour
• Is an adaptable, collaborative team player
• Is patient with a flair for celebrating the smallest of successes

If this sounds like you, we’d love for you to join our friendly and dedicated team.

St Mark’s is proud to be part of Brunel Academies Trust - a growing educational community with no barriers, only potential. We strive to significantly improve the life chances and outcomes for our CYP within our SEND, CofE and mainstream EPs.

Contract and Hours

Interview: 16.09.2025 or as received. Applicants will be considered as received. Should a suitable candidate be identified, we may close the vacancy early.

Contract: Fixed term, ending 31st August 2026

Hours: 18.75 per week, Term time only (08:30 - 12:15 Monday - Friday)

Experience

You can join us as an entry level Support Assistant or an experienced Teaching Assistant. Please see the attached Job Descriptions for full details of the responsibilities and expectations of these roles.

Training and Benefits

Training: It is important to us to ensure you feel valued and supported. Full training appropriate to the role will be provided.

Benefits: Brunel Academies Trust offer a package of excellent benefits which are available to all employees, including:

• Support on continuous professional development (CPD) opportunities
• Brunel Perks – exclusive discounts on a range of products and retailers
• Discounts with Swindon Designer Outlet Village
• Carefirst – impartial counselling service and support
• Excellent pension scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Annual pay progression opportunities
• Continuous Service date honoured

Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities

Brunel Academies Trust is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check, references and medical clearance. All references will be obtained prior to interview in line with Safer Recruitment and KCSIE, and further references may be sought as deemed necessary.

Brunel Academies Trust is dedicated to the vision of having a diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that reflects the communities it serves. We value the contributions of all colleagues from a wide range of backgrounds and actively seek to promote an environment which is free from discrimination and harassment; which at the same time supports fair promotion and cultural acceptance.

Under the Equality Act 2010, Brunel Academies Trust welcomes applications from everyone and operates a recruitment process that is fair and does not discriminate against or disadvantage anyone because of age, pronouns preference, disability, gender reassignment status, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy, paternity or maternity, race or nationality, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer.

In order for your application to be formally considered, we require a fully completed application form in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education and Safer Recruitment. This must include your education history, qualifications with dates and an unbroken employment history from leaving full-time education to present day (with gaps accounted for). Please make sure all gaps in employment are explained in the box provided.