Location: Hillbourne Primary School Contract: 30 hours per week, term time only (38 weeks per year) Permanent Salary: Between £17,344 to £17,620 per annum (actual) £25,583 to £25,989 per annum full time equivalent Application deadline: 8 May 2026 9am Interview date: TBC Start Date: 1 June 2026 Role Summary : Hillbourne Primary School are seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to support the classroom teacher in delivering high-quality education by providing practical assistance, pupil support, and help with behaviour and learning activities, contributing to a safe and inclusive learning environment. The role involves assisting pupils individually or in small groups. We are seeking a professional individual who : Has proven experience working with children, including those with additional or special educational needs. Communicates clearly, calmly and professionally, maintaining composure and sound judgement under pressure. Can provide sensitive, flexible support to pupils’ learning, behaviour and personal care needs. Demonstrates a strong understanding of safeguarding, behaviour management and pupil welfare. Is a committed team player, motivated to support children’s independence and engage in ongoing professional development. What we offer you : An opportunity to be part of a collaborative team with a shared vision of excellence A real career path in a thriving and respected organisation Flexible working approach, where possible Wellbeing day (trial for 2025/26) Excellent training and development programmes and opportunities Eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme / Teacher Pension Scheme Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with length of service (support staff) Access to our benefits portal offering a full range of discounts available through Lifestyle Savings Access to wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme, this includes free confidential telephone and face to face counselling for employees and family members Access to financial wellbeing support through a company that provides comprehensive guidance on all things mortgage related Eligible for a Blue Light card Further Information Application Procedure: If you would like to discuss the role further, please contact Laura Bennett, Headteacher by emailing [email protected] to arrange an informal chat or have a tour of the school. Potential candidates will be asked to bring their current school ID and/or photographic ID as proof when they visit the school for a tour. Job vacancies | Careers | Hamwic Education Trust | Multi-academy Trust and return to [email protected] CV’s will only be accepted along with a completed application form. Please note, we may close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we have sufficient applications. We strongly encourage prospective applicants to apply as soon as possible. Hamwic Education Trust (HET) are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of our pupils and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to a safer recruitment process which includes enhanced criminal record and barring checks, scrutiny of work and training history, robust referencing, and other vetting checks. Successful candidates will also be subject to online searches. Our safeguarding system is underpinned by a range of policies and procedures which encourage and promote safe working practice across HET. All HET employees are required to undergo continuous professional development to maintain safe working practices and to safeguard our pupils. About Us Hillbourne Primary School is a happy and inclusive school for children aged 4-11 years old located in the Broadstone area of Poole, Dorset. We strongly believe in working together as a team and welcome all children and their families to become part of our school community. It is our aim and belief that all children will thrive with our core values; Be Ready, Be Respectful, Be Safe.’ All three core values are understood by all, demonstrated by all and driven by all. The team at Hillbourne Primary School is passionate about equipping our unique children with the essential knowledge and skills they need for their next stage in education and beyond. We are delighted to share the report from our latest Ofsted inspection in February 2025, that judged our school to be Good overall with Outstanding 'Personal Development' and 'Leadership and Management'. The inspectors commented that ‘Exceptional leadership at all levels underpins the success of the school’. You will be joining a dedicated team that is passionate about making a difference and committed to nurturing the whole child. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to shape learning experiences that are creative, inclusive, and meaningful. We are committed to the professional development and wellbeing of our staff. We offer high-quality training, mentoring, and opportunities for career progression. Hillbourne Primary is in the Hillary Partnership of Hamwic Education Trust (HET); a large, fast-paced multi-academy trust with currently 37 schools across the South Coast: Portsmouth, Southampton, Poole and Dorset. The Hillary Partnership is a multi-academy partnership based in Poole. The partnership enables local schools to work together to develop a strong education for all our children. About Hamwic Education Trust : HET is fully committed to developing an outstanding workforce. We are a friendly and supportive community of professionals working hard to ensure that our schools are enabling children to grow and develop for the future. We have talented staff working in leadership, teaching and support roles throughout our schools and committed professionals working in the Managed Services team covering education, safeguarding, HR, IT, finance and estates. This experienced team supports our schools and is responsible for the successful delivery of our multi-academy trust. As an employer, we support our staff to grow through continuing professional development and there is a range of apprenticeships and other opportunities available throughout the Trust to extend your knowledge, skills and career prospects. HET celebrates the uniqueness of our pupils, our staff and our schools and we aim for everyone to achieve their full potential through the pathways of opportunities available. HET recognises that by valuing and promoting equal opportunities in employment for all employees and job applicants and avoiding unlawful discrimination in employment and delivery of services, we will be able to deliver first class education and value the differences our workforce brings to HET.