Merley First School is looking for an enthusiastic and capable Teaching Assistant G5 to join our fantastic EYFS {Team:} team. Could this be you? Actual Salary £18,586 - £18,881 per annum per annum (Grade 5) This job is {Full Time/ Part Time/ Part Time - Term Time Only:} for 31.25 hours per week and 39 weeks per year. Approximate start date 01/06/2026. This is a permanent position for five days per week, 8.30 to 15.15, which may be subject to change according to business need. The role involves working alongside the class teacher, supporting the children’s learning both inside and outside the classroom and facilitating small intervention groups and 1:1 support, to enable all children to achieve their full learning potential and flourish. Experience of working with children in a school environment is essential for this role. We are looking for someone who: is willing to embrace, support and develop the ethos of our school is able to work as part of a team but also use their initiative and is committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for our children can lead, inspire and motivate children in line with the school’s vision and values will assist in all aspects of children's learning can provide support, care and supervision of pupils within the school, promoting positive expectations of pupils’ behaviour has positive and mutually supportive relationships with colleagues has good interpersonal and communication skills Please refer to the attached job description for more details about the role. If you have any further questions, please contact the recruiting manager Nikki Daunt 01202 888455 or by emailing Please Note: the actual salary shown is based on the number of hours and weeks worked and paid annual leave entitlement for an employee with under 5 years' service. About our School Merley First School is a two form entry First School set on the outskirts of Wimborne, and is part of Initio Learning Trust. It is a vibrant school that is well resourced; has extensive opportunities for outdoor learning; has a happy, friendly and supportive staff team, a commitment to professional development and eager children who want to do their best. For more information please visit our school website We welcome visits to our school - if you would like to arrange a visit or require more information, please refer to the contact details above. Initio Learning Trust offers a welcoming and supportive environment and can provide: a genuine commitment to supporting professional development a supportive and flexible working environment which offers equal opportunities for all free onsite parking access to the local government or teachers pension scheme a range of employee benefits including Cycle to Work and Health Cash Plan