Teaching Assistant

Role

Teaching Assistant

Location

St Stephen's Junior SchoolThis excellent opportunity offers the chance for the successful candidate to broaden their experience by contributing their expertise at St Stephen’s C of E Junior School.

Start Date

ASAP

Salary

MPT 5, scale point 7

Hours

25 hours per week, term time

Application Closing Date

Monday 14th September - We encourage early applications as we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the closing date if we receive sufficient applications for the role.

Interview Date

Thursday 17th SeptemberSt Stephen's Church of England Junior School, part of Mosaic Partnership Trust, currently have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated practitioner to join the team as a Teaching Assistant, supporting teaching staff with responsibility for the development and educational provision of learners.You’ll be responsible for assisting with planning, preparation and delivery of lesson provision, both on a whole-class and individual basis, preparing resources to support learning activities as well as ensuring pupils are supported pastorally. You’ll contribute to evaluating student progress and provide feedback to the class teacher to ensure all students’ learning needs are being met.We are looking for a person who:is committed to supporting the strong Christian ethos of the school;has a proven ability to support pupils;has experience of working with children;is focused on promoting emotional development and the well-being of all children;Job requirementsA minimum of 3 GCSEs at C grade or above, including English and MathsTeaching Assistant qualification desirableExperience of class supervision and assisting with lesson provision to achieve positive learning outcomesGood written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work in tandem with teaching staffAbility to be empathetic and understanding to the needs of studentsAbout St Stephen's and Mosaic Partnership TrustWe are dedicated to helping every child reach their fullest potential, enabling them to live life abundantly in both the present and the future. Rooted in Christian values and a nurturing, aspirational environment, we empower children to develop vital skills and strong values that equip them to pursue their ambitions with confidence.As a Church of England Junior School working closely with the Diocese of Bristol, we are founded on inclusion and respect, welcoming all children regardless of background and fully embracing these values in our vision.St Stephen’s C of E Junior School, is proud to be part of the Mosaic Partnership Trust (MPT) — an academy trust that brings together 12 church and community schools serving diverse urban and rural communities across Wiltshire and South Gloucestershire. Established in 2024, the Mosaic Partnership Trust is driven by the ambition to transform children’s lives through partnership and collaboration, guided by three core principles: integrity, partnership, and innovation. MPT is committed to providing the best start in life for every child, placing a strong emphasis on rich learning experiences, as well as on fostering equality, diversity, inclusion, and a true sense of belonging.