Teaching Assistant with SMSA duties

eTeach UK Limited; West of England; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Dundry Church of England Primary School is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant with SMSA duties to join the team on a permanent, part-time basis. The role supports the Class Teacher and helps deliver high-quality provision for Early Years and Key Stage 1, with a 20-hour per week schedule (17.5 TA hours plus 2.5 SMSA).

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with staff, parents and pupils, promote independence and wellbeing, and help maintain a safe, stimulating learning environment

Qualifications

• EYFS experience desirable; understanding of EYFS framework.
• Team player with strong communication with staff, parents and children.
• Energetic, creative and able to engage in messy play and outdoor activities.
• Reliable and available to 8:30–3:30 schedule in school safeguarding policies.

Responsibilities

• Deliver EYFS/KS1 activities alongside Class Teacher.
• Encourage independence and social skills through play and routines.
• Maintain a safe, stimulating indoor/outdoor learning environment.
• Record observations and celebrate 'wow moments' in learning journeys.
• Support personal care where required and safeguard emotional wellbeing.

Skills

EYFS experience

Team player

Energy & creativity

Reliability

Job description

Dundry Church of England Primary School currently have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated practitioner to join the team as a Teaching Assistant with SMSA duties, supporting teaching staff with responsibility for the development and educational provision of learners.Both roles are permanent and part-time.Role: Teaching AssistantGrade 2, Point 4-5, £26,016 - £26,427.00, per annum, pro rata.

Actual Salary: £1,447.13 – £1,469.84 per annum.2.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday, 12:00 - 12:30, Term Time Only (no Inset days)

Job overview

We are eager to hear from you if you are a dedicated, highly motivated, and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant with knowledge of the EYFS framework and KS1. This position involves working 17.5 hours per week (TA) and additional 2.5 per week for SMSA duties. The successful applicant will join an enthusiastic and dedicated team to deliver high quality provision and support for our Early Years/Key Stage 1 unit.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Learning: Work alongside the Class Teacher to deliver engaging activities that meet the EYFS Framework goals and KS1 curriculum.
• Foster Independence: Encourage children to develop social skills, confidence, and independence through play and structured routines.
• Environment Care: Help maintain a safe, stimulating, and organized indoor and outdoor learning environment.
• Observation: Assist in recording children’s progress and \"wow moments\" to contribute to their learning journeys.
• Care & Wellbeing: Provide personal care (where required) and ensure the emotional well-being of all pupils.

What We Are Looking For

• EYFS Experience (desirable): A genuine understanding of how young children learn and the EYFS framework.
• Team Player: Someone who communicates well with staff, parents, and—most importantly—the children.
• Energy & Creativity: A positive \"can-do\" attitude and the ability to get stuck into messy play, storytelling, and outdoor adventures.
• Reliability: Commitment to the 8:30–3:30 schedule and the school’s safeguarding policies

Why join us?We offer:

• A supportive and friendly staff team.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A school community that values every child and every member of staff.
• The benefit of a true \"work-life balance\" with term-time only hours.