Teaching Assistant

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Job Reference EPSEDJOBS/944/13619

Apply for this job Number of Positions: 1 Contract Type: Temporary - Part Time Contract Details: Fixed term until 31st August 2027 Salary: Support staff pay scale B (£25,615 - £25,958) [Actual salary £12,492-£12,659] Working Hours: 21 hours per week, Monday – Friday 8:25am – 12:45pm (39 weeks per year, term time only) Establishment Name and Location: Orchard Infant School, Water Lane, Southampton Closing Date: 23/10/2026 Job Category: Support Local Authority: Hampshire Phase of Education: Other

Job Introduction

We have an exciting opportunity for a Teaching Assistant to join our team, no two days are ever the same in school life so the ability to be flexible is vital! There will be opportunities to work within the whole class although, the majority of the role will involve working on a 1:1 basis with an individual pupil.  

Please submit your application as soon as possible as we will invite suitable candidates to interview before the closing date. 

This post will suit a range of applicants, including graduates thinking about training to become teachers in the future. 

Learning Support Assistants: Monday – Friday 8:25am – 12:45pm (39 weeks per year, term time only)

The successful candidates will:

•    have a child-centred approach

•    be able to build relationships with all children including those with additional SEND needs

•    have the ability to work in a Key Stage 1 classroom

•    have the ability to work 1:1 or in a small group with children

•    have the ability to work under pressure and to a timetable

•    have experience of working with children with social/communication difficulties in a small group setting.

•    have experience of working with children who have a special educational need (SEN)

•    have the ability to keep pupils motivated and engaged

•    have a calm but firm approach

•    be able to adapt and think on your feet

•    be flexible and willing to learn

•    be able to attune to a child’s emotional needs

•    be able to work as part of a team, learning with and from other colleagues

•    be able to work independently and on your own initiative

•    have excellent communication skills, both oral and written

•    demonstrate excellent behaviour management skills

•    understand confidentiality and safeguarding procedures 


We can offer the successful candidate an opportunity to work for a new dynamic multi-academy trust in an attractive, welcoming and friendly working environment. Based at Orchard Infant School, you will be part of a much bigger family, with colleagues keen to support you in your new role. We will also provide training where appropriate for the candidate if the job requires it.

Application Procedure
Applications should be on University of Winchester Academy Trust application form and individual CV’s will not be accepted. If you currently work in a school, please ensure one of your references is from your current Headteacher. Application forms and further information about the school can be found on the Orchard Infant School website: Orchard Infant School - Vacancies

Please submit your application as soon as possible as we may invite candidates to interview before the closing date. Closing Date: Friday 23rd October 2026 at midday 

Pease submit your application at the earliest opportunity as we will invite suitable candidates to interview before the closing date.

For an informal conversation about the post or to arrange to meet our Head of School, Kerry Sidney, please contact the office by email at [email removed]

Completed application forms should be returned by the closing date to Kerry Sidney, Head of School via email at the above address. Alternatively, a paper copy sent to Orchard Infant School, Water