Teaching Assistant
Job Description Salary: Grade D £11, 346 per annum
Hours of work: 20 hours per week, term time only
Contract type: Temporary
This is not a Wiltshire Council vacancy; please contact St Mary's Catholic Primary School, part of The Dunstan Catholic Educational Trust, for further information.
A bit about us:
St Mary's is a caring, friendly community in which happy children discover a love of learning.
In line with the school's mission, we believe that we are all children of God, in one community, working together.
We aim to nurture lifelong learners who are independent thinkers and equip each child with the knowledge and skills to understand and interact with their world.
Our faith, spirituality, and school values are the golden thread that runs through our curriculum, ensuring that our children flourish and reach their potential in a place where Christ is at the centre of all we do.
All about the role:
We have a wonderful opportunity for an EYFS Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated and supportive team at St Mary's Catholic Primary School, part of the Dunstan Catholic Educational Trust.
We are looking to recruit a part-time EYFS Teaching Assistant.
This is a temporary position but may become permanent following a structured review for 2025-2026.
Are you an experienced TA?
Do you have the drive, ambition, and determination to secure positive outcomes for our pupils?
Do you want to work in a forward-thinking and aspirational school?
Desirable skills/experience: Knowledge of how to incorporate visual and concrete resources into planning to support learning (use of total communication) would be beneficial.
Ability to take responsibility for creating a spiralized curriculum incorporating opportunities to revisit learning regularly.
Experience of the EYFS curriculum and working in an early years environment.
Experience of Emotional Literacy or Mental Health needs within children.
Ability to work in a team to support and create the best experience for children to enable them to meet their full potential.
Flexibility to perform a range of tasks and use own initiative when required.
Good literacy and numeracy skills (GCSE or 'O' Level Grade C or above or equivalent).
Ability to work within, and act upon, the advice of the class teacher and SENDCo.
Experience of working with children.
Excellent communication and team player skills.
Ability to work within our school's rigorous safeguarding policies and procedures.
Remain calm, confidential, and professional in all situations.
What we can offer you: An amazing EYFS unit incorporating a pre-school Nursery and Reception class.
A dedicated and supportive staff team who understand, embrace, and see the importance of the Early Years.
A fantastic outdoor learning environment that reflects the engaging indoor environment.
Engaged and enthusiastic pupils who are 'proud to belong' to our school and enjoy learning in a stimulating environment.
A forward-thinking, proactive Trust dedicated to the success of its pupils and staff.
A dynamic and collaborative team of leadership committed to the success of pupils and staff alike.
The support needed to continue your own professional development.
Find out more and apply:
Please contact Nicki or Sam (School Office Team) on 01249 653469 or send an email to to arrange a visit.
Please visit to apply.
For all recruitment enquiries, please email.
Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advert if a suitable candidate is found.
Closing date (and time): 26 February 2025, 12 Midday
Interview date: W/B 03 March 2025
Commencement date: As Soon As Possible
The Dunstan Catholic Educational Trust (DCET) is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children.
All staff are expected to share this commitment.
The post is subject to an enhanced disclosure application and satisfactory references.
All applicants will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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