Teaching Assistant x 2

Devon County Council; Exeter; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

St Martin's C of E Primary School in Exeter, part of Devon County Council, seeks two committed Teaching Assistants to join our KS2 team from January 2027. You will support learning in the classroom and small groups, helping pupils to thrive and develop confidence.

You will contribute to planning, support with welfare and personal care, and assist during breaks and trips. Experience with children is desirable but training will be provided; we value compassion, teamwork and commitment to

Qualifications

• Experience working with or caring for children of a relevant age.
• Knowledge of safeguarding practice and strategies to remove barriers to learning.
• Strong communication skills, including confidence and fluency in spoken English.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to relate well to both children and adults.

Responsibilities

• Supporting learning in the classroom and small group settings.
• Supporting pupils' welfare and personal care, including those with SEND.
• Assisting with planning cycles and preparing learning resources.
• Promoting positive behaviour and encouraging pupil independence.
• Supervising break/lunchtimes and accompanying pupils on trips when required.

Skills

Experience working with children

Safeguarding knowledge

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Relate well to children and adults

Education

NVQ Level 2 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent

Job description

Our TAs are also required to take on half an hour of mealtime assistant duties each day as we believe it is good to have adults who know the children well supporting them to have safe and happy lunchtimes.

About the Role: Working under the guidance of teaching and senior staff, you will support learning in both the classroom and small group settings.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Supporting pupils' welfare and personal care, including those with SEND
• Implementing literacy and numeracy interventions
• Assisting with planning cycles and preparing learning resources
• Promoting positive behaviour and encouraging pupil independence
• You will also assist with supervision during break/lunchtimes and accompany pupils on trips when required.

We offer:

• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development
• The chance to make a significant impact on pupils' learning and wellbeing

If you're passionate about helping children succeed and want to be part of a warm, nurturing school community, we'd love to hear from you.

Experience of working with children is desirable but not essential as training and support will be offered as part of your induction. We are looking for someone who can bring compassion and commitment to the role.

Essential Qualities

• Experience working with or caring for children of a relevant age
• Knowledge of safeguarding practice and strategies to remove barriers to learning
• Strong communication skills, including confidence and fluency in spoken English
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Ability to relate well to both children and adults

Desirable (but not essential)

• Experience supporting pupils with Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
• Knowledge of SEN practices and the national curriculum
• Additional training in learning strategies such as literacy or numeracy
• NVQ Level 2 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent

Location and Contract Details

• Exeter, Devon
• Multiple Terms

Salary and Working Pattern

• Salary: NJC Grade C: £26,847 - £27,274 FTE (This will be paid pro-rata to reflect hours and weeks worked).
• Please note that the pro-rata salary for this role is between £18,163 (C6) and £18,452 (C7) gross per annum (subject to change depending on agreed working pattern on appointment).
• Working Pattern: These are two permanent positions working 30 hours per week, 38 weeks per year (Monday to Friday).

St. Martin's C of E Primary School are seeking two committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to join our fantastic Key Stage 2 team from January 2027. This is a great opportunity to join our highly skilled, dedicated and supportive St Martin's team. Our school vision statement of 'Being the best we can be for ourselves, for others and for God's world' is woven through all aspects of school life, where opportunities for children are maximised, staff wellbeing and development are prioritised and nurturing relationships provide a safe space within which to learn and grow. We want to appoint staff who share our Christian ethos, are passionate about learning and understand the importance that relationships play in creating a safe, secure and inspirational learning environment. The role will involve working closely with a class teacher and other teaching assistants to support our children, including those with complex needs, to learn and thrive.