Job details

Salary: Grade 15 Pt 3

Employer: Lyngford Park Primary School

Location: Taunton, Somerset,

Contract type: Fixed term contract, Term time

Working pattern: Full time

Closing date: 6 June 2025 11:59 pm

About the job

Key information

  • Hours: 8.30am – 3.30pm. 32.5 hours. 5 days a week. Term time only.
  • Starting salary: Grade 15 Pt 3
  • Start Date: 1 September 2025
  • Contract: 12 months in the first instance.
  • Closing Date: When we find the right candidate – it could be you!

We are looking for the right person to support children’s learning in our school.

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

The successful candidate will:

  • work with children with SEND as well as other class-based activites.
  • be committed to contributing to help children achieve their best, regardless of ability.
  • be resilient and start each day fresh and ready with a positive working ethos.
  • be adaptable, flexible and be an excellent team player.
  • have excellent communication skills and proficient in Maths and English.
  • actively contribute to the wider school team; willing to attend events.

What is in it for me?

In return we can offer:

  • an exciting opportunity to work in a creative, enthusiastic and supportive team.
  • enthusiastic children who are eager to learn.
  • a positive learning environment with excellent grounds.
  • genuine CPD opportunities – if you wish to train in an aspect.

DBS check

This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check

Supporting documents and information

Please call the office to arrange a time to have a tour of our school and discuss the position. You are unlikely to be considered if you only submit an application form – please come and meet us.

Lyngford Park Primary is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and selection processes are particularly rigorous in relation to child protection. Aspects of the assessment process and interview will explore your motivation and
suitability to work with children.

If you would like to join our friendly team, please submit an online application form available from our website together with a letter in support of your application.

Apply on the Lyngford Park Primary School website

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