Teaching Assistant
Closing in 16 days (6 February 2026 9:00 am)
Job details
Salary: Grade 15 Point 3 – Grade 14 Point 6 = £24,796 -£25,989 p.a. pro rata (£12.85 - £13.47 per hour)
Employer: Rockwell Green Church of England Primary School
Location: Wellington, Somerset, TA21 9DJ
Contract type: Fixed term, Term time
Working pattern: Part time
Closing date: 6 February 2026 9:00 am
About the job
Key information
Teaching Assistant
Required from Monday 23 February 2026 or as soon after that date as possible
Apply by: Friday 6 February 2026, 9am
Salary: Grade 15 Point 3 – Grade 14 Point 6 = £24,796 -£25,989 p.a. pro rata (£12.85 – £13.47 per hour)
Contract type – Term Time only – 32.5 hours (Monday to Friday)
Contract term – Temporary until 31 August 2026 with the aim of the position continuing
Post is term time only (38 weeks). Overtime will be paid for non-pupil days if required
What will I be doing?
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, hard-working and dedicated individual to join our nurturing and thriving school. The post will be to support special educational needs pupils including on a 1:1 basis.
What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?
You need to be patient, understanding and able to build positive relationships with children, motivating them to do their best, while establishing consistent boundaries. A willingness to work as part of a team, as well as taking your own initiative when required, is essential. Maths and English GCSEs (Grade A to C or equivalent) are essential for this post.
What is in it for me?
The successful candidate will be joining a friendly and experienced team of staff at a very exciting time for the school. Our dedicated team of staff put our children’s best interests at the heart of everything that we do and they work hard to ensure children remain challenged, excited and engaged with their learning throughout their time with us.
Supporting documents and information
Applications via email to office@rockwellgreenprimary.co.uk
A recruitment pack, job description and application form are available from Karen Nevill via the school email or by visiting our school website. Visits to the school are welcomed by appointment.
Shortlisting: Friday 6 February 2026
Interview Date – Wednesday 11 February 2026
Rockwell Green C of E Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and all relevant pre-employment checks.