Teaching Assistant
Closing in 15 days (3 June 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, BA4 5LA
Contract type: Fixed term, Term time
Working pattern: Full time
Closing date: 3 June 2026 11:59 pm
About the job
Key information
Start date: 1st September 2026
28 Hours a week (Term Time)
Grade 15 pt 3-4
Hourly rate £12.85
Fixed term until 31 August 2027 (Due to budget and staffing review)
We currently have a vacancy within our excellent team for an enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistant to work with children in Key Stage 2, this vacancy is to start on 1st September 2026.
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.
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.
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: Wednesday 3 June 2026
- Start Date: 1 September 2026
St Paul’s CofE VC Junior School is responsible for safe recruitment and promotes the welfare of children.