Teaching Assistant

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Job Reference EPSEDJOBS/4858/7073

Apply for this job Number of Positions: 1 Contract Type: Permanent - Full Time Salary: Grade B Working Hours: 31.67 Establishment Name and Location: St Peter's Catholic Primary School, Winchester, Oliver's Battery Road North, Winchester Closing Date: 24/11/2026 Job Category: Support Local Authority: Hampshire Phase of Education: Primary

Job Introduction

The Governors of this friendly and successful school invite applications for the position of Teaching Assistant.

 

Position: Teaching Assistant 

Contract/Hours: 31.67 hours per week, term time only, permanent 

Salary range: Grade B (pro-rata)

Start date: TBC

Closing date: 24th November 2026

 

We are looking for an excellent teaching assistant to join our school “where children learn and grow in a happy, secure and nurturing environment” (Ofsted 2023). The role will include supporting children 1:1 as well as within a small group and class in KS2. We are looking for someone with a holistic, nurturing approach focusing on children's education and their well-being.

 

You will be joining a friendly, supportive team of staff who are committed to being the best that they can be.  Part-time working is possible for the right candidate. This position could also be suitable for an individual who is seeking school-based experience prior to training to teach.

 

  

We are looking for someone who:

• enjoys working with children as part of a staff team
• will be committed to enabling children to feel good about their learning 
• forms good working relationships with children, staff and parents
• is positive, calm and can use their initiative
• shows awareness of safeguarding and confidentiality 
• is actively committed to the aims and ethos of our Catholic Christian school
• will be part of our lunchtime supervision team.  

Ideally you will: 

• have a minimum of grade C GCSE in English and Maths or an NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification 
• have high expectations of pupil achievement and behaviour
• have a good understanding of how to support children with social and emotional needs 
• willingness to support children by meeting physical needs as required whilst encouraging independence 
• be a flexible team player with excellent communication skills

We can offer: 

• a friendly school community which works closely with the parish 
• hardworking, dedicated and supportive colleagues 
• delightful, well motivated children 
• supportive governing body and leadership team 
• well resourced school in an attractive environment 
• opportunities for CPD 

Application Procedure. Applications to the Head teacher should be made using the Catholic Education Service application form. This is available to download from the school website or can be obtained from the school office. 

St Peter's Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Winchester and Hampshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

 

 

 

Safer Recruitment

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.