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Role: EYFS and KS1 Teaching Assistant
Location: Farrington Gurney C of E Primary School / Part of the Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership
Start Date: 1st September 2025
Closing Date: Monday 14th July
Interview Date: Thursday 17th July
Hours: Term Time Monday to Friday. 12.30-3.30pm. 15 hours per week
Salary: Grade 3 - SP 5-7 - FTE £24,790 - £25,584
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children, especially those at the beginning of their school career? Do you have a nurturing nature and a desire to support pupils in reaching their full potential?
Farrington Gurney C of E Primary School is seeking a caring and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated EYFS and Key Stage 1 team. This is a rewarding and varied role where you will support children to learn through continuous provision and lessons, as well as supporting and leading play at lunchtimes.
Essential
What We’re Looking For:
* Recent experience supporting children, either in schools or in other relevant care professions.
* A good standard of English and Maths (GCSE Grade C/5 or above)
* An understanding and interest in child development and learning.
* A warm, patient and proactive approach.
* Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Desirable
* Experience with supporting children in learning through play, phonics and early maths.
* Experience in delivering interventions to individuals or small groups
* A relevant Level 3 qualification in childcare, education or equivalent (e.g. NVQ Level 3, HLTA status, Teaching/Social Work/Nursing qualification).
Key Responsibilities
* Build strong, supportive relationships with children, helping them feel safe, included, and ready to learn.
* Support learning through continuous provision.
* Offer pastoral care and a listening ear, supporting the emotional and social development of all pupils.
* Monitor and record pupil progress, helping track their achievements.
* Support behaviour management in line with school policies, promoting positive attitudes and teamwork.
* Lead small group interventions as needed.
* Support school events, activities and the wider life of the school.
* Uphold safeguarding, confidentiality, and equality policies at all times.
* Support and lead play activities and games at lunchtimes.
We Can Offer
* The opportunity to work with an exceptional team of staff who are committed to the success and welfare of every child in our school.
* High quality professional development both in school and as a member of Midsomer Norton Schools' Partnership.
* A friendly and forward-thinking school that promotes and expects high standards in all areas.
* Great children who are eager to learn.
You can find out more about our school by visiting our school website. We encourage visits to the school, please contact the school office if you would like to arrange.
The successful applicant will start on 1st September 2025.
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