Teaching Assistant
Closing in 9 days (3 July 2026 12:00 pm)
Job details
Salary: pro rata £18,452 starting salary
Employer: Somerset Bridge Primary School
Location: Bridgwater, Somerset,
Contract type: Fixed term, Term time
Working pattern: Part time
Closing date: 3 July 2026 12:00 pm
About the job
Key information
32.5 hours per week- 8.30-3.30 Mon-Fri (term – time only)
Grade 14 £25,185 to £25,989 per annum (pro rata £18,452 starting salary)
We have two fixed-term posts available from 1st September 2026 which, at present, are expected to end on 31st March 2027 pending a review of staffing in the new financial year.
What will I be doing?
We are seeking to appoint highly motivated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join our caring and inclusive School. We offer the opportunity to work with our experienced team either 1:1 with pupils or supporting in class across the school.
We provide a friendly, supportive environment that places emphasis on personal professional development and innovation, with opportunities to grow and develop your career. You would join a dynamic and nurturing team where the needs of the children come first.
What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?
We are looking for candidates who are able to inspire and engage children to reach their potential through high quality teaching and learning that supports the development of life-long learning skills, self-esteem and celebrates individual success. If you have the following skills we would love to hear from you.
Are you:
- Someone with excellent interpersonal skills?
- A Level 3 qualified practitioner?
- Able to enthuse and inspire children?
- A proactive and dynamic team player?
- Patient, calm and resilient?
DBS check
All successful candidates will need to satisfy the requirements of an enhanced DBS check which includes children’s barred list information.
Supporting documents and information
Further details and an application form are available on the school’s website.
Somerset Bridge Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promotes the welfare of all its children and expects all staff to share this commitment.
Visits to the school are very welcome. For an informal discussion or to arrange a visit please contact the school, on 01278 422100.
Closing date for applications: noon on Friday 3 July 2026
Interviews week commencing: 6 July 2026