Job details

Salary: Grade 15 pt 3-4

Employer: St Paul's Church of England VC Junior School

Location: Shepton Mallet, Somerset, BA4 5LA

Contract type: Term time

Working pattern: Part time

Closing date: 29 September 2025 11:59 pm

About the job

Key information

  • 28 Hours a week (Term Time)
  • Grade 15 pt 3-4

What will I be doing?

We currently have a vacancy within our excellent team for an enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistant to work with children in Key Stage 2 to start as soon as possible.

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.

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.

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 Friday 29 September 2025
  • Interview Date Friday 3 October 2025
  • Start Date: As soon as possible

St Paul’s CofE VC Junior School is responsible for safe recruitment and promotes the welfare of children.

Apply on the St Paul's Church of England VC Junior School website

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