Classroom Teaching Assistant with Midday Meals Supervisor Assistant

Job details

Salary: £12.85 per hour

Employer: Chewton Mendip Church of England VA Primary School

Location: Radstock, Somerset,

Contract type: Fixed term, Term time

Working pattern: Part time

Closing date: 3 July 2026 3:00 pm

About the job

Key information

Teaching Assistant-Monday-Friday 9-12.15pm
Midday Meals Supervisor Assistant 12.15-1.15
£12.85 per hour
21.25hrs a week (16.25hrs TA, 5hrs MDSA)
Fixed Term contract (Ending August 31st 2027)
Term Time only
Starting date: 1 September 2026

“The seed fell into good ground and grew up increasing and yielding thirty, sixty and a hundred times as much” Mark 4:8 (Parable of the Sower)

At Chewton Mendip Primary School we strive to be that ‘good ground’ where our children can grow in knowledge, skills and wisdom, with hope, aspiration, dignity and respect. Our ambition is that they can thrive and contribute to their communities and live well together. We embrace the Church of England’s vision for education that all children will have “life in all its fullness” (John 10:10).

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

We are looking for candidates who are or have:

Holds at least a Level 2 teaching assistant qualification
Experience working with and supporting children with SEND
A positive role model and team player
An excellent communicator with good interpersonal skills
Someone with a ‘can do’ attitude, with high expectations for themselves and others
Someone who is resilient and looks for positive solutions
Passionate about improving the life chances of every child regardless of need.
High expectations of children and staff with a commitment to raising standards.
Is a reflective practitioner.
Serving school meals to pupils
Supervision both inside the school and outside on the playground
To clear away the hall after meals including, but not limited to, washing crockery, washing tables and sweeping floors after the meal has been served
To maintain a calm atmosphere and encourage positive behaviour.
To promote positive play amongst the children
To maintain accurate First Aid and accident records
Some manual handling is required
Is able to build strong relationships with parents and other stakeholders.
Supports our school vision
Is fully supportive of the Christian ethos of our Church school.