Teaching Assistant and Lunchtime Playworker/Classroom TechnicianEDV/2026/CPS/74108

Pickwick Academy Trust

Corsham

On-site

GBP 26,000 - 27,000

Part time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pension scheme

Flexible working and family-friendly

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Job summary

Corsham Primary School in Corsham is hiring a Teaching Assistant and Lunchtime Playworker/Classroom Technician on a permanent, part-time basis. The post supports learning across the school day and includes supervision during lunch and playtime, with responsibilities for helping create a safe, inclusive environment and assisting teachers with practical activities.

The role offers pro rata salary levels of £25,614 to £26,847 (FTE), with actual salary details provided for the combined appointment.

Responsibilities

Support pupils throughout the school day to create a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment.
Assist with pupil learning, encourage positive behaviour and promote social, emotional and personal development.
As Classroom Technician, help teachers prepare resources, equipment and practical activities to enhance learning experiences.

Job description

Teaching Assistant and Lunchtime Playworker/Classroom Technician at Corsham Primary School

Job Reference #: EDV/2026/CPS/74108

Location: Pound Pill, Corsham, Wiltshire, SN13 9YW

Contract Type: Permanent

Contract Term: Part-Time

Salary: £25,614.00 - £26,847.00 Annually (FTE)

LTPW/CT - Actual Salary: £2901 per annum plus TA - Actual Salary: £2946-£3040 per annum

Hours Per Week: 10 hours per week

Weeks Per Year: 38 weeks per year

Closing Date: Midnight, Tue 22nd Sep, 2026

Positions Available: 1

About This Role

Teaching Assistant and Lunchtime Playworker/Classroom Technician

Corsham Primary School – Pound Pill site

Salary LTPW/CT: B3, £25,614 pro rata per annum

Actual Salary: £2901 per annum

Salary TA: D4-D6 – £26,016-£26,847 pro rata per annum

Actual Salary: £2946-£3040 per annum

Contract: Permanent, Part-time

Please note: The two roles are interlinked and are therefore considered as one combined appointment. If the postholder resigns from either role, their resignation will apply to both roles simultaneously.

Working hours: LTPW/CT 5 hours per week plus TA 5 hours per week, working 38 weeks per year (term time, excluding TD days)

Working pattern: LTPW/CT Monday to Friday, 12.16pm to 1.15pm

Working pattern: TA 11.45am to 12.15pm plus 1.15pm to 1.45pm

We're happy to talk flexible working options in regards to all our roles

Closing date: Tuesday 6th October

Interview Date: w/c 12th October 2026

Anticipated Start Date: 4th November 2026

Job Summary: The Teaching Assistant and Lunchtime Playworker/Classroom Technician will support pupils throughout the school day, helping to create a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment. The role will involve supporting pupils with their learning, encouraging positive behaviour and promoting their social, emotional and personal development. During lunchtime and playtime, the postholder will supervise pupils, encourage positive interactions and help ensure their safety and wellbeing. As a Classroom Technician, the postholder will support teachers with the preparation of resources, equipment and practical activities to enhance pupils’ learning experiences. This is an excellent opportunity for a caring, reliable and enthusiastic individual who enjoys working with children and is committed to supporting their learning, development and wellbeing.

Full details of the role can be found in the job description and person specification.

The successful applicant will support a community where everyone is encouraged to reach their potential, work together toward shared goals, feel valued, enjoy a positive environment, and build relationships founded on kindness and trust.

Contact details

Mrs Jak Stevens – jstevens@corsham-pri.wilts.sch.uk

We would love to hear from you, we warmly welcome visits to our school and would be delighted to show you around our school.

Please be aware that this role may be closed ahead of the deadline if sufficient applications are received.

Why choose Pickwick Academy Trust?

You’ll be joining a trusted community that is built on shared values and genuine care for every learner. As part of 21 schools, you will benefit from shared expertise, strong professional development, and clear pathways for progression. Our scale allows us to invest in high-quality training, mentoring, and resources to help you succeed. we offer a supportive, inclusive workplace where staff wellbeing truly matters, including;

Excellent pension scheme
Flexible working and family-friendly policies
Employee wellbeing support & counselling
Strong central team support and a real sense of family and belonging
Staff involvement in shaping key HR policies
Free eye tests (and glasses if required for your role)
Free annual flu jab
Retails Discounts & savings, including Wiltshire Rewards retail savings/ Blue Light Card
Emergency salary advance scheme
Cycle to Work Scheme
Ongoing career and professional development

Our vision is to provide the very best education, empowering our children to become lifelong learnings, global citizens and deep thinkers. We are seeking dedicated staff to join our supportive trust and help make a real impact. Our mission is to attract and retain individuals who share our values and vision.

As a Diversity & Inclusion employer, we warmly welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. We particularly encourage applications from underrepresented groups and are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for disabled, neurodivergent, or otherwise needing applicants. For any application support, please contact AskHR@pickwickacademytrust.co.uk

What We Value In Our Team

At Pickwick Academy Trust, we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences. We are looking for colleagues who can work in a way that reflects our values of aspiration, collaboration, inclusion, enjoyment, and nurturing relationships. This means setting clear goals, working respectfully with others, treating everyone fairly, creating a positive environment, and building supportive and consistent relationships with pupils and colleagues. You do not need to "be a certain type of person" to succeed here, what matters is how you work. If you want to support children to do well, enjoy being part of a team, and want to contribute to a warm, inclusive, and ambitious Trust, we would be delighted to receive your application.

Safeguarding Statement

Pickwick Academy Trust is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, governors, trustees and volunteers to share this commitment.

Please note that this role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. As such, all applicants are required to disclose any criminal convictions, cautions, warnings, or reprimands, even if they are considered \"spent.\" An enhanced DBS check will be undertaken prior and a requirement to the commencement of any employment.

References will be requested at the shortlisting stage for all roles and may be used during the interview process. If any of your previous employments includes working with children, one referee must be from that role regardless of whether it is your current or most recent position. If you currently work in a Pickwick Academy School, please nominate your current Headteacher. All gaps in employment must be accounted for and explained in the relevant section of the application form.

In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2026 and our safer recruitment procedures, an online search will be carried out for all shortlisted candidates. This search will involve reviewing publicly available information to help assess a candidate’s suitability to work with children. Further guidance will be provided to shortlisted candidates, who may be asked to clarify aspects of their online presence.