Teaching Assistants

Working Pattern: These are two permanent positions working 30 hours per week, 38 weeks per year (Monday to Friday)
St. Martin's C of E Primary School are seeking two committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to join our fantastic Key Stage 2 team from January 2027.
This is a great opportunity to join our highly skilled, dedicated and supportive St Martin's team. Our school vision statement of 'Being the best we can be for ourselves, for others and for God's world' is woven through all aspects of school life, where opportunities for children are maximised, staff wellbeing and development are prioritised and nurturing relationships provide a safe space within which to learn and grow.
We want to appoint staff who share our Christian ethos, are passionate about learning and understand the importance that relationships play in creating a safe, secure and inspirational learning environment. The role will involve working closely with a class teacher and other teaching assistants to support our children, including those with complex needs, to learn and thrive.
Experience of working with children is desirable but not essential as training and support will be offered as part of your induction.
Our TAs are also required to take on half an hour of mealtime assistant duties each day as we believe it is good to have adults who know the children well supporting them to have safe and happy lunchtimes.
About the Role
Working under the guidance of teaching and senior staff, you will support learning in both the classroom and small-group settings.
Your key responsibilities will include:
Supporting pupils' welfare and personal care, including those with SEND
Implementing literacy and numeracy interventions
Assisting with planning cycles and preparing learning resources
Promoting positive behaviour and encouraging pupil independence
You will also assist with supervision during break/lunchtimes and accompany pupils on trips when required.

We are looking for someone who can bring compassion and commitment to the role.
Essential qualities include:
Experience working with or caring for children of a relevant age
Knowledge of safeguarding practice and strategies to remove barriers to learning
Strong communication skills, including confidence and fluency in spoken English
Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Ability to relate well to both children and adults
Desirable (but not essential):
Experience supporting pupils with Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
Knowledge of SEN practices and the national curriculum
Additional training in learning strategies such as literacy or numeracy
NVQ Level 2 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent

Salary: NJC Grade C: £26,847 - £27,274 FTE (This will be paid pro-rata to reflect hours and weeks worked), You will become part of a dedicated team working to ensure every child has the opportunity to thrive. We offer:
A supportive and collaborative working environment
Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development
The chance to make a significant impact on pupils' learning and wellbeing
If you're passionate about helping children succeed and want to be part of a warm, nurturing school community, we'd love to hear from you.
Visits to the school would be welcomed and can be arranged via the school office: or .
This role requires an enhanced DBS disclosure.
To apply for this role please submit your application online; your supporting statement should outline your suitability for the post.
The closing date for applications is 9am on 27th November 2026, interviews will be held on 2nd December 2026.
Successful applicants will be subject to an online search.
The Harbour Schools Partnership require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.
The Harbour Schools Partnership is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and an enhanced disclosure is required for this post.
Our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy is available on the relevant school website.