Teaching Assistant Level 2 or above

About the job

Key information

Starting ASAP

St Cuthbert’s CofE Junior School
Keward Avenue, Wells, Somerset BA5 1TS

01749 678066 – school.office@scjwells.co.uk

30 hrs per week, term time only – Fixed Term contract till August 2026

Grade 15 point 3-4 £25,614- £26,016 per annum pro rata

Actual starting salary grade 15 point 3 £17,232

We are looking to secure a talented, creative teaching assistant who is flexible, enthusiastic and most importantly passionate about supporting our children to become independent and resilient young people. You will join a highly committed team who have diverse skills and strengths and we are seeking someone who can further extend that skill base.

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

Candidates will need to demonstrate or have:

• NVQ Level 2 or above is essential.
• Experience working with and supporting children with special educational needs and disabilities’
• A commitment to the school’s Christian values and ethos
• Excellent and proven classroom management skills
• Good level of English and mathematical knowledge
• A commitment to continued training and personal development
• A high level of interpersonal skills, the ability to rise to challenges and to work within diverse teams.

We would encourage you to come and look around the school and meet the fantastic staff and children.

What is in it for me?

• 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.
• Local Government Pension Scheme with a generous employer contribution in excess of 20%, subject to pension eligibility criteria.

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 Fiona Airey the 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 helen.singleton@scjwells.co.uk

Closing Date: 16 October 2026

Interview Date: 20 or 21 October 2026

Early applications are encouraged; we reserve the right to close this advert prior to the closing date.

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.

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