Teaching Assistant

We have a vacancy for an enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistant to join Wantage CE Primary School. This is a unique and exciting opportunity to be a part of a developing team and outstanding learning for our children. The role will include providing learning support in class and supervising lunchtimes.

We are looking for teaching assistants who:

have excellent communication, numeracy and literacy skills

have high expectations for all children and a strong belief that all children can flourish

demonstrate an ability to nurture and support all pupils, including those with complex learning, emotional or other needs

are committed to ensuring all pupils make excellent progress and model our school values and ethos in all that they do

have excellent interpersonal skills and are able to communicate well, and work successfully, with colleagues, parents and pupils

What we offer:

An exciting opportunity to join our school.

A commitment to your professional development through access to networks and training

A caring and inclusive school with attractive and purposeful learning environments

Career opportunities as part of a successful, supportive and locally based multi-academy trust

and a team who prioritise a healthy work-life balance

The Cambrian Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and preventing extremism. We expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. All post holders in regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory “Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced Check. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online searches for publicly available information. The Cambrian Learning Trust is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from a range of backgrounds to represent diversity in line with our schools’ communities.

Wantage Church of England Primary School reserves the right to appoint before the closing date.