Salary: NJC Grade C: £25,583 - £26,403 FTE (This will be paid pro-rata to reflect hours and weeks worked) Working Pattern: This is a fixed term position working 18 hours per week, 39 weeks per year until 31st August 2026 (Monday to Friday 8.30am-12pm) We are looking to appoint a teaching assistant to join our staff team. We require an individual who is enthusiastic, conscientious, self-motivated and would like to provide a key role in enabling access to learning for our pupils. The role will be initially based in Key Stage 2 and will include supporting children on a 1:1 basis. The successful applicants must show: Enthusiasm to work as part of a team Ability to liaise effectively with colleagues, parents and carers Positive attitude and pride in your work Great organisational skills Flexible approach to work Ability to use initiative Commitment to providing a high quality service Awareness of the importance for confidentiality At St. Mary’s C of E Primary School our curriculum is designed to inspire enthusiasm for learning, to ensure achievement and to support pupil well-being and development. Personal development sits at the heart of all that we do with an emphasis on the curriculum and wider opportunities supporting pupils to be confident, resilient, independent and to develop strength of character. Our curriculum enables us to build strong relationships, celebrate diversity, encourage respect and build a sense of community. It provides and acknowledges success for all children, in all aspects of their development and it recognises, encourages and celebrates all types of talent. All pupils, including the disadvantaged and most vulnerable, are given opportunities to engage with a full curriculum that provides essential knowledge to become educated citizens and succeed in life. To apply for this role please submit your application online; your supporting statement should outline your suitability for the post. The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Tuesday 27th January 2026, interviews will be held on Monday 2nd February 2026. All shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search. The Harbour Schools Partnership require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage. The Harbour Schools Partnership The Harbour Schools Partnership is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and an enhanced disclosure is required for this post. Our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy is available via our website here. Our Vision Our vision is to give every child the skills and experiences they need for their next step in life. At St. Mary’s C of E Primary School, we aim to provide a high-quality education that develops children intellectually, socially, morally, physically and spiritually within a Christian environment. Core Values The Harbour Schools Partnership believes that our values drive our behaviours which in turn create the culture of an organisation. Our core values are: Compassion Respect Honesty Working With Us Documents