Teaching Assistant

What skills and experience we're looking for

The Governors of College Road Primary School are currently seeking to appoint a hard-working, enthusiastic, compassionate Teaching Assistant to work within our creative, happy school, to support our pupils and help them thrive.

We are looking to appoint a caring, committed individual to join our established and successful team. The role will include supporting learning within class, working with children who have special needs, running learning interventions, as well as preparing resources and assisting teachers in the day-to-day management of the classroom.

The person appointed will need to be flexible, resourceful and have a good sense of humour. Previous experience would be an advantage, especially of teaching phonics using Read Write Inc. We are looking for someone in our friendly, values-based school, who is child-centred, uses a trauma-informed approach, has high expectations, and embraces a positive, fair approach to behaviour management.

What the school offers its staff

What can College Road offer you?

• Become part of a friendly, values-based team providing a supportive environment in which to thrive.
• Wide-ranging continuing professional development.
• Access to our wellbeing support package that includes counselling, Employee Assistance Program and 24/7 GP appointments.
• Caring colleagues and Leadership Team

Further details about the role

Visits prior to application are welcome and encouraged; you can contact the school on 01752 567660 or college.rd.primary.school@plymouth.gov.uk to arrange a visit with the school office.

An application form and the full job description and person specification is available from our website www.collegeroadschool.co.uk or by emailing college.rd.primary.school@plymouth.gov.uk

Closing date

Wednesday 17th June 2026

Interviews

Thursday 25th June 2026

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references and online checks.