Teaching Assistant

Mendip Green Primary School; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Pension Contributions

Family Friendly Support

Diversity and Inclusion

Training & Development Opportunities

Job summary

Mendip Green Primary School in Weston-super-Mare is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support teachers across the primary age range, delivering engaging lessons and targeted learning support.

You will work term-time hours (33.5 hours per week) Mon-Fri, 8:15am-4:00pm, with safeguarding and pupil welfare at the core; the role requires 3 GCSEs including English and Maths and a Level 3 TA qualification.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 GCSEs (Grade C/Level 4 or above), including English and Mathematics.
• Experience working in a school, educational, childcare or youth support setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, parents and external professionals.
• Strong commitment to safeguarding and child welfare.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning, preparation and delivery of engaging lessons.
• Work with individual pupils, small intervention groups, and whole classes.
• Deliver targeted learning support to help pupils achieve their academic goals.
• Assist with classroom behaviour management and pupil engagement.
• Prepare educational resources and learning materials.
• Support pupils with a range of learning needs, including SEND.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.
• Promote safeguarding, inclusion, wellbeing and positive behaviour.
• Help create a safe, stimulating and inspiring learning environment.
• Provide classroom cover and supervise learning when required in the teacher's absence.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification / NVQ Level 3

Job description

Salary and Working Hours

Hours: 33 hours 30 minutes per week, Monday to Friday, 8:15am to 4:00pm (Term Time Only)

Actual Salary: £23,391.16 per annum

Closing Date: 8 November 2026

Interview Date: Monday 16 November 2026

Start Date: To Be Confirmed

About the Role

As a teaching assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting teachers to deliver engaging, high-quality learning experiences across the primary age range. You will provide both academic and pastoral support, helping children develop educationally, socially, and emotionally within a nurturing school environment.

This role would suit candidates with experience in primary education, special educational needs (SEND) support, childcare, or classroom-based learning support.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the planning, preparation and delivery of engaging lessons.
• Work with individual pupils, small intervention groups, and whole classes.
• Deliver targeted learning support to help pupils achieve their academic goals.
• Assist with classroom behaviour management and pupil engagement.
• Prepare educational resources and learning materials.
• Support pupils with a range of learning needs, including SEND.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.
• Promote safeguarding, inclusion, wellbeing and positive behaviour.
• Help create a safe, stimulating and inspiring learning environment.
• Provide classroom cover and supervise learning when required in the teacher's absence.

About You

We are looking for an individual who is:

• Passionate about supporting children's learning and development.
• Committed to delivering excellent outcomes for all pupils.
• Patient, caring and able to build positive relationships with children.
• A strong communicator who works effectively as part of a team.
• Highly organised, adaptable and proactive.

Essential Requirements

• Minimum of 3 GCSEs (Grade C/Level 4 or above), including English and Mathematics.
• Experience working in a school, educational, childcare or youth support setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, parents and external professionals.
• Strong commitment to safeguarding and child welfare.
• Level 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification, NVQ/VRQ Level 3, or an equivalent qualification.

Why Join Mendip Green Primary School?

At Mendip Green Primary School, we are committed to providing outstanding educational experiences that inspire children to become confident, successful and responsible members of their community.

As an inclusive and forward-thinking primary school, we celebrate diversity, nurture talent and believe that every child can succeed. You will join a dedicated team of professionals who work collaboratively to ensure pupils thrive both academically and personally.

Whether you are an experienced Teaching Assistant or looking to further develop your career in education, we can offer a rewarding role where your contribution truly makes a difference.

What We Offer

Working at Mendip Green Primary School comes with a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, professional development and future.

• Excellent Pension Contributions - We invest in your future with a pension contribution significantly above the national average.
• Family Friendly Support - We offer five paid carer’s days per year (pro rata) to help you balance work and family responsibilities.
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion - We are proud to be an inclusive employer. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures and abilities. Our school community thrives on diversity and we aim to create a workplace where everyone feels respected and supported.
• Training & Development Opportunities - You’ll have access to ongoing professional development, networking opportunities and clear pathways for career progression. We support you in learning new skills and growing within the education sector.

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