Teaching Assistant - Primary Phase

Teaching Vacancies; Exeter; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable educational institution in Exeter is looking for a Teaching Assistant to support primary phase students through 1:1 and small group sessions. The ideal candidate should be an enthusiastic and motivated individual who is passionate about transforming lives through education. This temporary role is linked to maternity cover and offers a chance to work in a community-driven environment that values kindness and engagement. Candidates must undergo safeguarding checks due to the nature of the role.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic, hardworking, and creative practitioner.
• Ability to provide 1:1 and small group student support.
• Strong motivation skills to engage students.

Responsibilities

• Provide student support in primary phase.
• Motivate pupils and assist in their learning journey.
• Work within a temporary contract linked to maternity cover.

Job description

Overview

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking a Teaching Assistant to work in the primary phase of the campus to provide 1:1 and small group student support. We are looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking and creative practitioner, who can motivate our pupils. If you hold these qualities and believe you can help to transform lives, we would love to hear from you.

The post is temporary, linked to maternity cover. Contract estimated to end October 2026.

What the school offers its staff

Cranbrook Education Campus is a unique all through school that operates at the heart of its community, offering aspirational learning and opportunities to transform the lives of our pupils. Our mission is to transform lives and strengthen our communities to make the world a better place. We do this by living our values of “the PERKS” of being #Crantastic”. We are Proud, Engaged, Ready, Kind and Safe.

The Ted Wragg Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to a number of safeguarding checks including an enhanced DBS check. A copy of Cranbrook Education Campus Safeguarding Policy can be accessed by visiting our website https://www.cranbrook.education/information/safeguarding

Transport Links to Cranbrook Education Campus

• Rail (Train)
• The town is served by Cranbrook (Devon) railway station, on the West of England Main Line / East Devon Line.
• Trains provide hourly (or close to hourly) services, linking Cranbrook with Exeter St Davids / Exeter Central and continuing on to destinations like London Waterloo, among others.

• Bus
• Several bus routes serve Cranbrook, provided by Stagecoach South West (and earlier services) — e.g. route 4, 4A, and 4B.
• The 4 / 4A link Cranbrook with Exeter, other nearby towns such as Ottery St Mary, Honiton.

• Road & Cycling / Car
• Cranbrook lies near major roads: it’s roughly 2 km east of the M5 motorway, and north of the A30 road.
• There is a dedicated cycle / pedestrian link into Exeter via a bridge over the M5 (the Redhayes Bridge), which helps for cycling or walking commutes.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Ted Wragg Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to a number of safeguarding checks including an enhanced DBS check.