3 Temporary, Education / Teaching jobs in Barnstaple, Devon

Teaching Assistants

The Harbour Schools Partnership

• Bideford, Devon
• £24,790-25,584 per year
• Contract
• Full-time
• 21 hours ago

Salary: NJC Grade C: £24,790 - £25,584 FTE (This will be paid pro-rata to reflect hours and weeks worked)

Working Pattern: These are two fixed term positions working 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year

We are looking for two exceptional candidates who:

• Are reliable, enthusiastic, and a good communicator
• Can demonstrate they have the relevant skills, training, and experience to make a positive difference
• Can work collaboratively with staff in the whole curriculum planning cycle and the management/preparation of resources
• Have experience of working with children with special educational needs, including social, emotional, and mental health needs
• Can inspire and motivate children and enable them to be the best that they can be
• Can be expected to show a high degree of initiative and be able to react to given solutions with integrity and compassion

The ideal candidates will have excellent communication and organisational skills, and be able to undertake work, care and support programmes as directed by the class teacher and SENDCo. In this role you will be required to work alongside a pupil with complex special educational needs in 1:1 or small group work situations.

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 12 noon on Friday 11th July 2025, interviews will be held on Friday 18th July 2025. All shortlisted 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.

Ventrus is a group of Devon schools that actively collaborate to improve children's outcomes. As a Trust, we offer excellent career and development opportunities. Ventrus 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.

The Harbour Schools Partnership

• Are reliable, enthusiastic, and a good communicator
• Can demonstrate they have the relevant skills, training, and experience to make a positive difference
• Can work collaboratively with staff in the whole curriculum planning cycle and the management/preparation of resources
• Have experience of working with children with special educational needs, including social, emotional, and mental health needs
• Can inspire and motivate children and enable them to be the best that they can be
• Can be expected to show a high degree of initiative and be able to react to given solutions with integrity and compassion