Teaching Assistants

The Harbour Schools Partnership; Exeter; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

St Martin's C of E Primary School in Exeter is seeking two committed Teaching Assistants to join our KS2 team from January 2027. These permanent roles are 30 hours per week, 38 weeks per year, Monday to Friday, supporting learning in the classroom and small-group settings.

You will work under guidance to support pupils, including those with SEND, assist with planning and learning interventions, and promote positive behaviour within a caring, Christian ethos. DBS disclosure is required.

Qualifications

• Experience working with or caring for children in a school setting or similar environment.
• Knowledge of safeguarding practices and strategies to remove barriers to learning.
• Strong communication skills; confident and fluent in spoken English.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and support pupils and staff.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils' welfare and personal care, including those with SEND.
• Implement literacy and numeracy interventions.
• Assist with planning cycles and preparing learning resources.
• Promote positive behaviour and encourage pupil independence.
• Supervise break/lunchtimes and accompany pupils on trips when required.

Skills

Experience with children

Safeguarding knowledge

Communication in English

Teamwork

Relating to children and adults

Job description

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. Experience of working with children is desirable but not essential as training and support will be offered as part of your induction. 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.

• 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 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

Salary: NJC Grade C: £26,847 - £27,274 FTE (This will be paid pro-rata to reflect hours and weeks worked), You will become part of a dedicated team working to ensure every child has the opportunity to thrive.

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

Visits to the school would be welcomed and can be arranged via the school office: or 01404 515409.

This role requires an enhanced DBS disclosure.

The closing date for applications is 9am on 27th November 2026, interviews will be held on 2nd December 2026.

Successful applicants will be subject to an online search.

The Harbour Schools Partnership require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.

The Harbour Schools Partnership is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and an enhanced disclosure is required for this post.

Our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy is available on the relevant school website.