Teaching Assistant (Fixed Term Contract to 31 May 2027)

Sherborne Church of England Primary School; Warmley; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Phonics training

Inclusive school environment

Job summary

Sherborne Church of England Primary School in Warmley is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support pupils across the school, helping to create an inclusive, nurturing and engaging learning environment.

You will work closely with teachers to support learning, development and wellbeing, including 1:1 and small-group interventions, with access to professional development in phonics, SEND support and mathematics.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children in an educational or child-focused setting.
• Committed to supporting the achievement and wellbeing of all pupils.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and parents.
• Understands safeguarding and inclusion.
• Organised, reliable and able to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Demonstrates patience, flexibility and a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom support and assist with pupils' learning, development and wellbeing.
• Work with individual pupils and small groups, delivering targeted interventions.
• Collaborate with teachers and other professionals to support SEND learners and inclusive practices.

Skills

Experience with children

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Relationship building

Safeguarding

Inclusion

Organised

Reliability

Patience

Flexibility

Job description

Are you passionate about helping children thrive and achieve their full potential? Do you enjoy working as part of a friendly, supportive team where every day brings new opportunities to make a difference?

Sherborne Primary School is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our committed staff team. This is an exciting opportunity to support pupils across the school, helping to create an inclusive, nurturing and engaging learning environment where every child can succeed.

About the Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and other professionals to support pupils' learning, development and wellbeing. You will provide classroom support, work with individual pupils and small groups, deliver targeted interventions, and help ensure that all children, including those with SEND, can access and engage fully in learning.

You will become part of a welcoming and dedicated team and have access to a range of professional development opportunities, including training in phonics, SEND support and mathematics.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Has experience of working with children in an educational or child-focused setting.
• Is committed to supporting the achievement and wellbeing of all pupils.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Can build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and parents.
• Understands the importance of safeguarding and inclusion.
• Is organised, reliable and able to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Demonstrates patience, flexibility and a positive attitude.

What We Offer

• A supportive and welcoming school community.
• Friendly and dedicated colleagues.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and training.
• The chance to make a genuine difference to children's education and wellbeing.
• A school culture that values teamwork, inclusivity and continuous improvement.

Safeguarding Statement

Sherborne Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to all relevant pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, online searches and satisfactory references in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.