Teaching Assistant

Wantage Church of England Primary School; Wantage; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Wantage CE Primary School in Wantage is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our team. The role involves supporting pupils with learning, delivering planned activities, and promoting confidence and positive behaviour.

Working under teachers you will provide individual and small-group support, help prepare resources, observe progress and contribute to a safe, inclusive environment. NVQ Level 2 desirable; start ASAP with a closing date of 20/11/2026.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with or caring for children of primary school age.
• Good literacy, numeracy and communication skills.
• Understands children’s development and learning needs.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with their learning, including those with special educational needs.
• Deliver planned learning activities and support programmes.
• Create a safe, welcoming and inclusive learning environment.
• Observe pupils’ progress and share feedback with teachers.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and parents/carers.

Education

NVQ Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Wantage CE Primary School

Contract: Permanent
Hours: 31.25 hours per week, term-time only
Salary: Grade 4, SCP 4-5
Start date: ASAP
Closing date: 20/11/2026

Interview date: TBC

About this Role

Are you passionate about helping children learn, grow and achieve their potential?

Wantage CE Primary School, part of Cambrian Learning Trust, is seeking a caring, enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistant to join our team.

Working under the guidance of teaching staff, you will support pupils in accessing learning and taking part in school life. This will include providing individual and small-group support, helping prepare classroom resources and promoting pupils’ confidence, independence and positive behaviour.

Your role will include:

• Supporting pupils with their learning, including those with special educational needs.
• Helping deliver planned learning activities and support programmes.
• Creating a safe, welcoming and inclusive learning environment.
• Observing pupils’ progress and sharing feedback with teachers.
• Building positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and parents/carers.
• Supporting pupil supervision during lessons, breaktimes and school activities as required.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience of working with or caring for children of primary school age.
• Has good literacy, numeracy and communication skills.
• Understands children’s development and learning needs.
• Is patient, encouraging and committed to including every child.
• Works well within a team and follows guidance from teaching staff.
• Is willing to develop their skills through training.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting children’s welfare.

An NVQ Level 2 qualification for Teaching Assistants, or an equivalent qualification or experience, would be desirable.

For further information, please contact the school office at [e-mail].