Wiltshire Council
Teaching Assistant
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Salary: Grade 15 Point 4 (£13.05 per hour)
Hours of work: Full time 30-32.5 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
A bit about us:
This is an exciting opportunity to join our forward-thinking talented team. Rode and Norton St. Philip First School Federation is a popular and welcoming community based across two village first schools 20 minutes south of Bath. We offer a creative curriculum in a nurturing learning environment where we aim to 'ignite a creative spark' in both staff and children.
All about the role:
We are looking for a special person who shares our vision and values. Are you committed, willing to 'have a go' at anything and to provide a fantastic learning experience for our children? This post could suit someone experienced in working in schools or someone new to working in education but keen to learn.
We are looking for someone who can build strong relationships with children and staff, has a positive attitude and a good sense of humour. Are you a team player interested in developing your own skills and learning more about education?
We are looking for a candidate who is:
- Fun and friendly, genuinely interested in helping children to learn.
- Has excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to build strong relationships.
- Nurturing and able to encourage the best from every child allowing all to shine.
- Keen to work in a team and contribute to the wider life of our schools.
- Interested in developing their own skills and talents.
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In return we can offer:
- A stable team of experienced supportive colleagues who enjoy their work.
- An idyllic rural village school environment with single year group classes.
- Talented creative children and families.
- A commitment to developing a healthy work/life balance.
Find out more and apply:
If you believe that you could be the special person we are looking for then we would like to hear from you. To arrange a visit to the school please contact the office team on 01373 834327 or alternatively on 01373 830523.
Applications can be emailed to our School Business Manager: k.twitchen@rnsf.co.uk
Alternatively, to apply online please download the application form https://jobs.wiltshire.gov.uk/media/20822/Application-Form-for-all-School-Staff-2022/doc/Application_Form_for_all_School_Staff_2022.docx and click the 'apply now' button below to upload your completed application form and covering letter online. Please note: CV's will not be considered.
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Closing date (and time): 13th July 2026
Interview date: Week commencing 13th July 2026
Commencement date: September 2026
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All applicants will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants must disclose all spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands and warnings that are not ‘protected’ under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 & 2020). An enhanced DBS check will be required for the successful applicant.
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