Required to start 2 September 2025
We are seeking to appoint 2 Teaching Assistants to join our hardworking, dedicated and collaborative team, on a fixed term contract, based on SEND funding, until 31 August 2026. The roles are for hours a week. The hours of work are flexible to the right candidate but will be 5 days a week. The role will include whole class support, 1:1 support and group work as directed by your line manager.
An understanding of the principles of trauma informed practice, what makes effective learning, a reflective but dynamic approach, good communication skills and a passion for making a difference to all children, are essential requirements for this post.
You will work as part of a team, under the direction of the SENDCo to ensure all children are receiving the best possible education to achieve their fullest potential and give them the best possible education to reach their full potential.
We expect our staff to be able to calm and nurture children, provide positive behaviour management and be able to support their social and emotional needs. We are an inclusive school and our children are at the heart of everything we do. The role would suit someone with experience of working with children with additional needs across the primary range.
St Thomas Primary School is situated just over the river Exe near the centre of Exeter. We are a single form entry school and are proud to be at the heart of the welcoming, vibrant, multi-cultural St Thomas Community. We want our children to REACH for their dreams by following our school values: Respect, Equality, Aspiration, Community and Harmony.
Exeter Learning Academy Trust (ELAT) is a partnership of primary schools based in Exeter. The Trust currently has four schools: Alphington Primary School, Bowhill Primary School, Ide Primary School, and St Thomas Primary School.
We are a people-focused organisation with strong principles of enabling every child and adult within our Trust to thrive. We have high aspirations for all our children, regardless of their starting point, and in turn, expect our staff to have high aspirations of themselves. We believe that our strength lies in working together and using our collective skills and expertise to benefit the children in our schools.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We encourage you to read our Safeguarding Policy before applying. We will ask for references and conduct an online search for all shortlisted candidates. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. This role also requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.