Teaching Assistant

About the job

Key information

Full-time, Permanent

Starting Date September 2026

Salary Scale 15

What will I be doing?

Do you want to work in an ambitious school with a supportive team, willing and enthusiastic children in an idyllic, rural location? The Governors of Priddy & St Lawrence’s Federation are looking to recruit a highly motivated, talented and enthusiastic teaching assistant to join our successful Federation. This is a full-time permanent contract, to start in September 2026.

The Federation currently has 99 happy and motivated children. Our vision is ‘Working together to be the best we can be’ and we expect our children, staff and parents to adhere to this. Our core values of compassion, perseverance and courage underpin all that we do.

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

We are looking for someone who:

• Is a dedicated professional with the ability to inspire children within the primary phase
• Is used to working in positive and proactive ways and collaborating with others to drive high expectations supporting the overall school improvement
• Is energetic, enthusiastic, flexible, resilient and caring
• Has experience within the primary curriculum
• Will work effectively as part of a close team of staff and in partnership with parents and the community
• Will be happy to support the Christian ethos through our school values

What is in it for me?

• A school of willing and enthusiastic children
• A welcoming staff team who are hardworking and committed to achieving the best outcomes
• High quality continual professional development
• A supportive Governing Board and PTA who work hard to provide a wide range of enhancements for the children
• The opportunity to be part of a community-focused Federation

DBS check

DBS Check required

Supporting documents and information

To appreciate all that we have to offer, visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please make an appointment with the school office and our Head teacher, Mrs Sharon Foxall, will enjoy showing you our wonderful school sites between the 18 May to the 5 June.

Application packs are available to download from the school website and are returnable direct to the school – office@priddyandstlawrences.co.uk

Closing Date: Thursday 11 June

Interview Date: Week beginning 15 June

The Federation of Priddy and St. Lawrence’s C of E Primary School and Saplings Pre-school are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

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