Teaching Assistant £12.85 to £13.05 per hour 1.0 FTE (27.5 HOURS PER WEEK) Fixed Term to 31st August 2026 Starting September 2025 Unlocking Potential: Empowering Every Child to Thrive Unlock Potential – Become a Teaching Assistant at Our Values-Driven School Step into our school and you’ll feel it — the warmth, the welcome, the buzz. Children and staff who smile, say hello, and genuinely ask how you are. We’re building something special at Much Wenlock Primary School and Nursery – and we want you to be part of it. We are on an exciting journey of school improvement and innovation, underpinned by our vision and our values of Wonder, Resilience, Equity, Nurture and Sustainability. This is a place where ideas are celebrated, energy is contagious, and expectations are sky high – for every child and every adult. We’re looking for a teaching assistant who: • Builds strong, trusting relationships with pupils, particularly those with additional needs, and understands the importance of nurture in supporting emotional development and learning • Believes every child has the potential to thrive and is committed to helping them succeed, no matter their starting point • Brings calm positivity, kindness, and a can-do attitude to the classroom and wider school team • Is adaptable and embraces change, always looking for ways to support pupils more effectively • Has the resilience and empathy needed to work in a dynamic, rapidly improving school environment • Enjoys helping to create a warm, inclusive school culture through enrichment activities, nurture interventions, and community events that help children feel seen, safe, and supported Set in the historic market town of Much Wenlock, our school is surrounded by extensive grounds and a woodland area that inspire outdoor learning that reflects our deep commitment to sustainability. We are proud of our strong community links and the rich variety of events, projects and enrichment opportunities that bring learning to life. If you’re bursting with ideas, eager to collaborate, and ready to be part of a school where every voice matters, we’d love to hear from you. In return we offer: • A genuinely warm, inclusive school community • Leaders who care, listen, and invest in you • Pupils who are enthusiastic, kind, and full of potential • A chance to shape something truly unique, inspiring and joyful • A beautiful setting in the heart of Much Wenlock with strong community ties • Our Trust (The 3-18 Education Trust is a multi-academy trust with students aged from 3-18) works collaboratively to provide exciting opportunities for staff to share ideas, resources and expertise, for the benefit of the children. • A commitment to your training and career progression, we also offer a range of employee benefits. To find out more information please visit our Trust Website. An Applicant Information Pack and Application Form can be found on our website or alternatively, these can be emailed or posted out to you. Please contact our school office at info@wps.318education.co.uk This is more than a job – it’s your chance to be part of a school that’s rewriting its story. We are proud of the progress we’ve made – and we know the best is yet to come. We’d love to meet you. Discover for yourself what makes us so special. If you are interested in visiting our school email us at info@wps.318education.uk and we will arrange a time for you to visit. Closing date for applications: Friday 6th June 2025 at 12pm Shortlisting will take place: W/C 9th June 2025 Interviews will take place: W/C 16th June 2025 The 3-18 Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders act 1974 and as such shortlisted candidates must complete a declaration including details of any cautions, reprimands or warnings, as well as convictions and non-conviction information. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Any successful candidates offer of employment will be subject to clearance in respect of medical fitness, satisfactory references, right to work in the UK and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check before their appointment is confirmed. Once appointed, the successful applicant may also be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure at intervals during the course of their employment. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSiE), online checks will be carried out on the successful applicant. Attached documents Application Form Application Pack