Classroom Teaching Assistant (9 hours)
Closing in 26 days (9 June 2025 9:00 am)
Job details
Salary: £12.65 per hour
Employer: Orchard Grove Primary School
Location: Taunton, Somerset,
Contract type: Permanent, Term time
Working pattern: Part time
Closing date: 9 June 2025 9:00 am
About the job
Key information
9 hours per week – 3 afternoons: 12.30pm-3.30pm, to be confirmed with successful applicant
Orchard Grove Primary School is part of the Blackdown Education Partnership, we believe that our schools should sit at the heart of our communities; that there are no limits to what our children and young people can achieve; and that they should be great places to work and learn.
We are incredibly proud of our Trust and the schools within it. Strong partnerships, collaboration and generosity are the bonds which underpin our collective mission to provide great education for all children no matter what their starting point or their background.
What will I be doing?
At Orchard Grove Primary School, we are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated person who can bring creativity and flair to the classroom. In return we can offer a supportive and friendly environment where staff thrive and are encouraged to embrace their own personal development.
What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?
We are seeking highly skilled teaching assistants to work within our school. Posts could be in any classroom, within KS1, depending on applicant experience and skills.
Essential requirements of the posts are that applicants must:
- Be able to communicate effectively;
- Hold a full and relevant qualification;
- Have a proven track record of working within education;
- Be enthusiastic, driven and committed to supporting our school’s future success;
- Be able to work as part of a friendly and supportive team;
- Be a life-long learner and an inspiration to others.
The successful applicants will be expected to take an active role in supporting teaching and learning within the school.
Supporting documents and information
If you are able to meet the requirements of these roles, we would love to hear from you. For an informal conversation to find out more about the role, or to visit us at Orchard Grove School please contact office@orchardgrove.bep.ac
All applications should be made by completing the application form on E-Teach, including evidence of how you meet the job description and person specification for the role and should be submitted by 9.00am on the closing date
Further details are available within the job description and person specification and can be found at Orchard Grove School
Closing date: 9.00am Monday 9 June 2025
Interviews held on: Monday 16 June 2025
Start date: 1 September 2025