Teaching Assistant

Level 3 Teaching Assistants Ladysmith Junior School, Exeter Contract Term: 2 posts 1 x Permanent & 1 x Fixed Term until 31st August 2027 Hours: 30.5 per week Grade: STC Grade 3 - NJC Points 8-11 starting salary £19,230 per annum (£27,709 FTE) Weeks per annum: 38 Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible Closing Date: 9am Monday 5th October 2026 Interview Date : TBC Role: Level 3 Teaching Assistant Benefits - Local Government Pension Scheme - Cycle to work scheme - Tax Free Childcare - Employee Assistance Programme Are you ready to make a difference to individual lives, supporting learning and community? We are looking for two individuals to work in our amazing school. As a Teaching Assistant for Ladysmith Junior School in Exeter, you will work under the guidance of teaching staff with an agreed system of supervision, to implement work/care/support programmes in or out of the classroom to enable access to learning for pupils and assist the teachers in the management of pupils. Ladysmith Junior School is part of the St Christopher’s Trust - a family of 21 Church and Community Schools spanning three local authorities and providing a rich network of collaboration. Children are encouraged and given opportunities to achieve their full potential, both academically and personally. The staff at Ladysmith Junior School go above and beyond for the children and families and strive to attain the very highest standards in their academic learning, whilst encouraging their pupils to become aspirational, responsible and creative citizens. We are looking for someone who can demonstrate a calm and patient demeanour, who is committed to helping young people achieve their full potential. You will have had previous experience in working with children in a similar setting and be able to effectively communicate with adults and children alike. Please visit the below link for information on how to apply: https://www.stchristophersmat.org/work-with-us/current-vacancies Please note it is our process to apply for references for shortlisted applicants and to complete online searches in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, for all shortlisted applicants. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS Disclosure is required for this post. Please visit the below website for our Trust policies and our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy: https://www.stchristophersmat.org/key-information/item/10/trust-policies Our commitment to EDI We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applicants who meet the criteria will be considered for employment, regardless of race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age or veteran status.