Teaching Assistant – Part Time
Closing in 13 days (12 February 2026 9:00 am)
Job details
Salary: £15,576 actual (FTE £25,185)
Employer: Neroche Primary School
Location: Ilminster , Somerset,
Contract type: Fixed term, Term time
Working pattern: Part time
Closing date: 12 February 2026 9:00 am
About the job
Key information
Hours: 27 hours per week, with working days arranged by mutual agreement to meet school requirements.
Term Time Only plus 3 inset days
Fixed term for 12 months in the first instance
Required: As soon as possible
Salary: NJC Pt 4 – 6 (£15,576 actual on NJC Pt4) FTE £25,185
What will I be doing?
Neroche Primary School is seeking a caring, motivated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team. We are proud to be a nurturing and ambitious school where every child is supported to “know more, remember more and do more” as they progress on their educational journey. In this role, you will help create a stimulating learning environment that fosters curiosity, confidence and a genuine love of learning. Working under the guidance of teachers and senior staff, you will provide high‑quality support to individuals, small groups or whole-class settings across EYFS, Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2, helping every child reach their full potential.
This is a part‑time, fixed‑term post for 27 hours per week (term time only plus three INSET days), with working days agreed to suit the needs of the school.
What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?
We welcome applicants with strong communication skills, recent experience working with children and a commitment to promoting wellbeing, inclusion and positive behaviour. In return, we offer a warm, supportive school community, opportunities for professional development and the chance to make a genuine difference in the lives of our pupils. We would also be happy to consider a job share for the right candidate. If you are passionate about helping children thrive and want to be part of a collaborative, forward‑thinking team, we would love to hear from you.
Supporting documents and information
Closing Date : 9am on Thursday 12 February 2026