Teaching Assistant FTC Employer Overleigh St Marys CE Primary School Reference P

Teaching Assistant Grade 5 position available September 2026

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32.5 hours per week 39 weeks per year 8.30 am - 3.30 pm (including 30mins unpaid lunch break)

Are you a dedicated and passionate individual with a strong motivation to make a positive impact on the lives of pupils some with complex needs We are seeking a committed Teaching Assistant to join our dynamic team and contribute to the transformative journey of our pupils.

We currently have a vacancy for a:-

Teaching Assistant Grade 5

The candidate must have expertise in EYFS and experience of children with complex Special Educational Needs

This position will be based in Nursery Year 1 in the first instance but will potentially be deployed across the whole primary range.

Why Choose Overleigh St Marys CE Primary School

• Passion for Impact: We are looking for individuals who are genuinely driven to make a difference in childrens life chances.
• Advocacy for Every Voice: As a Teaching Assistant you will play a crucial role in advocating for the voice of the child ensuring that each pupils unique needs are heard and addressed.
• Commitment to Continuous Learning: We value individuals who enjoy learning and actively seek to develop innovative strategies that underpin high-quality provision for our pupils.

What We Offer:

• A supportive and collaborative working environment with a dedicated and knowledgeable team of professionals.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• The chance to be part of a team dedicated to improving the outcomes for all pupils including those with complex needs.

Ideal Candidate:

• Passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of all pupils including those with complex needs.
• Committed to advocating for the voice of the child.
• Enthusiastic about continuous learning and the development of effective strategies for high-quality provision.

If you are ready to embrace a rewarding challenge and contribute to the success of our pupils we invite you to apply for the position of Teaching Assistant at Overleigh St Marys CE Primary School.

Please return your application form with a supporting letter indicating which position(s) you are interested in to Miss E Drew

Closing Date: Thursday 11^th June 2026 @ 3:30pm

Interviews: Week Commencing 15^th June 2026

Overleigh St Marys CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff to share this will be required to undertake pre-employment checks including: Enhanced DBS Right to Work in the UK references and health.