Teaching Assistant

St Mary’s Church of England VA Primary School is looking to recruit two experienced Teaching Assistants to support our children and staff team. The successful candidate would be joining a committed supportive and dedicated team who are passionate about what they do. St Mary’s Church of England VA Primary School is a warm and inclusive setting who wish to have high aspirations for all.

The successful candidate will have experience of working within the Primary Phase and supporting individuals and groups of learners to be the best versions of themselves.

We need

32.5 hours per week

Monday to Friday - 8.30am - 3.30pm (30 mins lunch)

Term time only (includes INSET

Days)The ideal candidate will have

• experience across the Primary Phase.
• great initiative and be highly motivated.
• the skills to build a positive, nurturing relationship that models inclusion, patience and high expectations.
• experience of working as part of a team committed to building resilient, independent learners.
• experience of working flexibly and the ability to adapt learning to support individual needs.
• ideally have experience with implementing effective intervention.
• a commitment to our Christian Values.In return, we can offer:• Motivated and enthusiastic students who are eager to learn.
• A supportive, kind and caring team to work alongside.
• A mentor who will support your induction and transition.
• A forward-thinking environment.
• A supportive and encouraging wider community.
• A comprehensive well-being package.So, if you are passionate about changing perspectives, educating individuals of the future and developing the whole child, then we might be the school for you! Our doors are always open and we’d welcome school visits from prospective candidates – more information can be found within the document ‘Information to Candidates’.

Closing date for Applications

Thursday 11th June 2026 at 12.00pmPlease see our candidate pack and our school website for further information. Tours of our school our encouraged – we’d love to show you around prior to application.