Teaching Assistant
Closing in 21 days (20 April 2026 11:59 pm)
Job details
Salary: Hourly rate £12.85
Employer: St Paul's Church of England VC Junior School
Location: Shepton Mallet, Somerset,
Contract type: Fixed term, Term time
Working pattern: Part time
Closing date: 20 April 2026 11:59 pm
About the job
Key information
- 13.5 Hours a week (Term Time, afternoons only to include a lunch duty, 5 days a week)
- Grade 15 pt 3-4
- Hourly rate £12.85
- Fixed term until 31 March 2027 (Due to budget and staffing review)
What will I be doing?
We currently have a vacancy within our excellent team for an enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistant to work with children in Key Stage 2 to start as soon as possible.
This role will be a classroom-based role with the successful candidate taking direction from the class teacher and SENDCO to provide high quality support to small groups of children and individuals.
What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?
For all posts previous experience of such work would be an advantage. However, we will encourage and support individuals who have the potential to undertake this type of work.
The successful candidate will:
- Have a good level of English, Maths and IT skills
- Be able to work as part of a dedicated, friendly, and supportive team
- Experience working within a school that is committed to supporting all pupils.
DBS check
All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks.
Supporting documents and information
Please contact the school for an application form and more details: recruitment@stpaulsjs.co.uk
Visits to the school are welcomed, please phone the school office to organise: 01749 343250
Look forward to meeting you soon.
Application Process:
- Closing Date: Monday 20 April 2026
- Interview Date Wednesday 29 April 2026
- Start Date: As soon as possible
St Paul’s CofE VC Junior School is responsible for safe recruitment and promotes the welfare of children.
We are currently advertising for two TA posts (13.5hrs and one full time 28 hours). Please indicate on your application form which you are applying for.