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Teaching Assistant

Salary £24,790 - £25,584
Location Sampford Peverell C of E Primary School, near Tiverton
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This is a {Advertised Permanent / Temporary}, {Advertised Full Time / Part Time} vacancy that will close in {x} days at {xx:xx} BST.

Salary: NJC Grade C: £24,790 - £25,584 FTE (This will be paid pro-rata to reflect hours and weeks worked)

Working Pattern: This is a fixed term position working 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year

Due to recent staffing adjustments linked to maternity leave, a teaching assistant vacancy has arisen within our school. This change has created an opportunity for a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join our team and contribute to our vibrant school community. The is a fixed term position which we anticipate will be for the year. While the position is advertised as full-time, we are happy to consider part-time arrangements for the right candidate.

We can offer you:

  • Motivated and enthusiastic pupils
  • In school and Trust-wide support and CPD opportunities
  • Dedicated and committed colleagues

We are seeking a teaching assistant who:

  • Is dynamic and highly motivated
  • Is an excellent class Teacher with high expectations
  • Has a clear understanding of how children learn
  • Is a good communicator who is able to build positive relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues.

Sampford Peverell is happy and successful primary school at the heart of the picturesque village of Sampford Peverell, with easy access from the M5. We have recently been inspected by SIAMs and Ofsted and both commented positively on our school culture and the excellent behaviours of our children. ‘Good relationships are at the heart of the school, and there is an active culture of positive teamwork.’ ‘They are taught highly effective strategies to manage their emotions and behaviour, resulting in a calm and purposeful learning environment.’ SIAMs Nov 2024 ‘Pupils show impeccable manners and are considerate of others.’ ‘They show positive attitudes to learning, listen attentively and follow instructions.’ Ofsted Jan 2025. Our dedicated team work together to create a school where there is a real sense of community and where everyone can flourish.

For more information about our school, please visit https://www.sampford-peverell-primary.devon.sch.uk/website

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 Thursday 4th September 2025, interviews will be held on Friday 12th September 2025.

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 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 and accompanying values form the foundations from which all children and adults, irrespective of their faith or background, can be successful and thrive.

Our school is a place where everyone is able to flourish in a caring, supportive and safe environment; where we embrace individuality and celebrate those qualities that make us all unique.

We strive for our children to be caring and empathetic, and to think critically about the world they live in. We are determined that our children will develop the knowledge and skills that they will need for them to become responsible citizens and to positively contribute to the sustainable future of our world.

“Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock.” (Matthew 7:24)

The following values have been adopted by the school and form the basis of our day to day reflections.

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