Teaching Assistant - Puddletown First School

Dorset Council; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational authority is seeking a Teaching Assistant for Puddletown First School in England. This role can be part-time or full-time, focused on supporting children's learning in a positive environment. Ideal candidates will exhibit enthusiasm and commitment to child development. Training and support will be provided to the right candidate, ensuring a fulfilling experience within a supportive educational team.

Benefits

Flexibility on working hours

Training and development opportunities

Access to discount schemes

Talking therapies service for well-being

Local Government Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children is desirable, training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Support children with their learning journey.
• Assist in KS 1 and other classes as required.

Skills

Positive attitude

Enthusiasm

Commitment to children's outcomes

Ability to support children with learning

Job description

Puddletown First School is seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to join the School on a fixed term basis until July 2026 with the potential to extend. Grade 3-5.

Hours: We can offer this as a part time or full time post (hours between 20 - 32.5 per week). Please indicate in your application whether you would be interested in part or full time post and working pattern and hours can be discussed further at interview.

We Are Looking For Someone Who Is

• Positive, Enthusiastic, passionate and committed to the best outcomes for our children.
• Mostly based in KS 1 but willing to support other classes and SEND pupils as required.
• Willing to immerse themselves in our school life and support all children with their learning journey.

What We Can Offer

• The chance to work with a strong, supportive and developing team in a fantastic environment.
• Flexibility on working hours.
• Training & learning and development opportunities as part of the Wessex multi academy trust.
• Excellent benefits including the opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Access to national and local discount schemes.
• A talking therapies service with specialised advice and guidance to support your well-being.
• A lovely working environment in a thriving, happy school.

Experience of working with children is desirable although training and support will be provided for the right candidate.

If you have any questions about the role please email the office: [email removed for privacy].

Further Information

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people; this is a commitment which we expect all staff and volunteers to share.

The successful candidate will be required to have a Disclosure and Barring Service check in line with the Governments safer recruitment guidelines.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

This role is UK based and your Right to Work will need to be established as part of the appointment process.

We are committed to keeping children safe in education and will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates as part of our safeguarding checks.

The salary quoted is the annual salary for the position at the time of advert. The salary will be paid in equal monthly instalments and will be adjusted at the start of employment and again if leaving part way through the school year to ensure the correct salary is received for the work completed in an academic year.