Teaching Assistant
Closing in 18 days (16 October 2026 11:59 pm)
Job details
Salary: Actual starting salary £18,772 pro rata
Employer: East Brent C of E Academy
Location: Highbridge, Somerset,
Contract type: Fixed term, Term time
Working pattern: Part time
Closing date: 16 October 2026 11:59 pm
About the job
Key information
Part-Time position, 32.5 hours per week (to include 2.5 hrs as a Midday Supervisor)
Salary Scale Grade 15 £25,614 -£26,016 FTE
Actual starting salary £18,772 pro rata Fixed Term Contract, Term-time only (38 weeks per year)
An exciting opportunity has arisen at East Brent CofE Academy, and we are looking to secure a classroom-based Teaching Assistant to support across our school.
What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?
We are seeking an enthusiastic teaching assistant who is passionate about education, supporting learning readiness, raising attainment and assisting children in our amazing school. You will need to demonstrate that you are flexible, patient, caring and that you can fit in with a dedicated and hardworking staff team to become part of our friendly and supportive school community.
What is in it for me?
- A happy school where a love of learning is nurtured and enriched
- A friendly and supportive staff team who work hard to enable all our children to proud of themselves and our school.
- Professional induction, training and continued professional development opportunities.
- Staff benefits including reduced leisure centre membership and cycle to work scheme.
- A staff assistance programme with specialist provider, PAM Wellness who provide a 24/7 free phone helpline, or face-to-face counselling for every employee in the Wessex family.
- Exciting opportunities as part of a growing multi-academy Trust.
DBS check
The Wessex Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding young people and promoting the welfare of children, and all staff appointed will undergo online checks and will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.
Supporting documents and information
To apply for this position, please complete a support staff application form, (available on The Wessex Learning Trust website), together with a letter of application for the attention of Mrs K Whiting, Executive Headteacher. Your letter should be no more than two pages, detailing your experience to date and why you are the best candidate for the position. Completed applications should be returned by email to ebfoffice@wltrust.org.uk
Closing Date: Friday 16 October
Interview Date: w/b Monday 19 October 2026
Early applications are encouraged; we reserve the right to close this advert prior to the closing date.
