Teaching Assistant
Closing in 13 days (14 July 2025 12:00 pm)
Job details
Salary: Grade 14 Point 4 to 6 depending on experience
Employer: South Petherton Schools Partnership
Location: South Petherton, Somerset,
Contract type: Fixed term contract, Term time
Working pattern: Part time
Closing date: 14 July 2025 12:00 pm
About the job
Key information
- Based at the Junior School
- LSA Contracted hours 31.25 per week,
- Monday – Friday Hours: 8.45am – 3:30pm (term time only)
- Fixed Term from 1 September 2025 to 31 August 2027
- Grade 14 Point 4 to 6 depending on experience
What will I be doing?
Do you have a passion for nurturing young minds and helping children thrive every step of the way? Are you ready to be part of something transformative?
South Petherton School’s Partnership is looking for a dedicated, enthusiastic, and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join our dynamic Junior School team. This is more than just a role – it’s your chance to be part of a bold new chapter in education.
As a partnership that unites our Pre-School, Infant, and Junior Schools, we are proud to deliver a continuous, high quality learning experience rooted in our vibrant local community. Now, as we embark on an exciting, far-reaching initiative across all our schools, there’s never been a better time to join us.
What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?
If you are ready to make a meaningful difference and want to be part of a team that believes in the power of education to transform lives, we’d love to hear from you.
Be part of something special. Be part of South Petherton School’s Partnership.
You will be committed to developing effective working relationships with the children, parents and staff, while contributing to pupil’s development, working with the Class Teacher to support across a wide range of activities. With a creative and flexible approach to working with children you will be passionate about every child’s learning and progress and promote excellent behaviour and high standards.
What is in it for me?
What we offer:
- A warm and welcoming school community where every child is known and valued
- An inclusive, forward-thinking environment focused on excellence and wellbeing
- The opportunity to work alongside experienced educators and committed support staff
- A real chance to help shape the future of learning across our unique and ambitious partnership
DBS check
All posts are subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS Clearance.
Supporting documents and information
Please read the Job Description and Job Specification before applying.
Application Form, Job Description and Personal Specification can be found on the Infant School website or the Junior School website
Visits to the school are encouraged; please contact the Infant School on 01460 240750 to arrange a visit prior to application.
How to Apply: Please submit an application form to office@southpethertoncofeinfants.co.uk by Mid-Day on Monday 14th July 2025
Interview Date: Thursday 17th July
If you have not heard from us regarding an interview by Tuesday 15th July this will mean that on this occasion you have been unsuccessful.
South Petherton School’s Partnership is an equal opportunities employer and committed to safer recruitment practices. Pre-employment checks will be carried out prior to confirming the role. We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment.