Teaching Assistant (TA) (Maternity Cover)

About the job

Key information

• Maternity Cover – fixed term until 31 January 2027 (potentially longer)
• 13 hours per week – 8:30am-3:30pm (Working days to be discussed at interview)
• Term time plus one week (39 working weeks)
• Actual salary range £7,827pa-£8,077pa based on Grade 14 full-time equivalent £26,016-£26,847
• Applicants seeking further hours may wish to consider also applying for the advertised part-time (3 day) Teaching Assistant (Permanent) post to work alongside this 2 day fixed term role. Please state on your application if you wish to be considered for both roles.

What will I be doing?

Join a caring school community and make a real difference to children’s lives every day

Spaxton CofE Primary School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant as Maternity Cover to work alongside our dedicated Reception/Key Stage One class teacher to provide a stable, caring, stimulating and supportive learning environment, which enables pupils to achieve their full potential, both academically and personally.

The core purpose of the role is to work with the class teacher within the mixed year class to ensure all pupils are engaged in their learning and are making sustained progress, as well as promoting pupils’ independence, self-esteem and social inclusion. This will be through 1:1 and small group sessions.

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

Ideal candidates will:

• previous TA experience and a good standard of literacy and numeracy
• an understanding of the EYFS framework/Key Stage 1 curriculum
• a commitment to supporting and understanding pupil needs
• Possess a positive, ‘can do’ and flexible attitude and be able to work collaboratively as part of a team

What is in it for me?

Our delightful children are polite, enthusiastic and hardworking and we have a welcoming family atmosphere and caring ethos based on our Church School Vision and Values of ‘Together we flourish and achieve’.

We offer a nurturing and inclusive environment for children and staff to flourish with a supportive community of staff, governors, parents and volunteers. In addition, as a member of our inclusive and collaborative Trust, you will also have access to opportunities for professional growth and development, a fantastic pension scheme, cycle to work scheme and retail discounts via the Blue Light Card.

DBS check

Enhanced DBS check required

Supporting documents and information

If you are passionate about helping children thrive, come and join our caring and supportive team, inspiring pupils to develop confidence, resilience and ambition. Join a team that helps every child believe, achieve and reach their potential.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged.

Please contact the school on office@spaxton-qet.co.uk or 01278 671409 to arrange an appointment.

Closing Date for Applications: 22 November 2026

To apply, please visit My New Term

Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the advert early should we be able to appoint an appropriate candidate

The Quantock Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We welcome applications from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

The advertised post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, References, Right to Work in the UK, online searches and other pre-employment checks.

For application details and further information please visit the Trust website

Apply on the Spaxton CE Primary School website

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