Teaching Assistant at Peatmoor Community Primary School

Peatmoor Community Primary School; Swindon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Peatmoor Community Primary School in Swindon is seeking a part-time Teaching Assistant to join our supportive team. Working under the direction of the Headteacher, SENCo or Teacher, you will help promote the emotional, physical and educational development of pupils and assist with accessing the curriculum.

This fixed-term contract runs until 31 August 2027. The role involves supporting pupils individually or in groups, promoting independence and social inclusion, and adhering to safeguarding

Qualifications

• Promote emotional, physical and educational development of pupils.
• Assist pupils to access the curriculum and participate in learning.
• Support pupils individually, in pairs or groups to access learning and achieve.
• Adhere to safeguarding requirements and DBS checks as part of recruitment.

Responsibilities

• Work with the class teacher to raise learning and attainment.
• Support pupils with their learning and independence.
• Promote pupils' self-esteem and social inclusion.

Job description

About this Role

Teaching Assistant

Type of role: Part time

Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract until 31stAugust 2027

Salary: K Scale

Start Date: TBC ASAP

Advert Closes: Midday Tuesday 15 September 2026. Grove Learning Trust reserves the right to close the advert early, andinterview prior to the closing date of the advert.

Interviews: Monday 21 September 2026

Purpose of Post:

Under the direction of the Headteacher, SENCo or Teacher, work as part of a team to promote the emotional, physical and educational development of pupils.

Main Activities:

The TA will work with the class teacher to raise the learning and attainment of pupils and will promote pupils' independence, self-esteem and social inclusion. The Teaching Assistant will give support to pupils, individuals, pairs or groups of pupils so they can access the curriculum, take part in learning and experience a sense of achievement.

Safeguarding Statement:

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children. We expect all candidates to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be expected to undertake an enhanced Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) and relevant identity, qualification and disqualification by association checks before a formal offer is made, contracting is undertaken, and induction commences within our school.

For further details please download our safeguarding policy.