Teaching Assistant (1:1) - Gatcombe Park Primary school

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Job Reference EPSEDJOBS/821/13898

Apply for this job Number of Positions: 1 Contract Type: Temporary - Part Time Contract Details: Fixed Term Contract until 31 August 2027 Salary: Between £18,264 to £18,563 per annum (actual) £25,614 to £26,033 (full time equivalent) Working Hours: 30 hours and 25 minutes per week (08:45-15:20, 5 days a week) Establishment Name and Location: Gatcombe Park Primary School, St Barbara Way, Portsmouth Closing Date: 02/11/2026 Job Category: Support Local Authority: Portsmouth Phase of Education: Primary

Job Introduction

Location:	Gatcombe Park Primary School
Contract:	Fixed Term Contract (until 31st August 2027) Term time only (39 weeks per year) 30 hours 25 minutes per week (08:45-15:20, 5 days per week)
Salary:   Start Date:	Between £18,264 to £18,563 per annum (actual) £25,614 to £26,033 (full time equivalent) As soon as possible
Application deadline:	Monday 2 November 2026, 12 noon
Interview date:	Friday 6 November 2026

Gatcombe Park Primary School is in the Hilsea area of Portsmouth.

 

We are a small, friendly school with a big heart, and we are incredibly proud of the vibrant, inclusive community we’ve built. Our children bring our core values of Teamwork, Respect, and Aiming High to life every single day — whether they’re learning in the classroom, playing on the playground, or supporting one another as part of our school family. We believe that every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and challenged, and we work tirelessly to ensure that Gatcombe Park is a place where children can grow, thrive, and succeed.

 

Our staff are committed professionals who go above and beyond to support one another and to bring out the best in every child. We promote a culture of mutual respect, where everyone’s voice is heard and every contribution is valued. Whether it’s through collaborative learning, restorative approaches to behaviour, or inclusive decision-making, we aim to model the values we teach.

 

We are proud of our open, approachable leadership team who prioritise staff wellbeing and professional development. We understand the importance of work-life balance and strive to create a working environment that is both purposeful and positive. We invest in our team, offering opportunities for training, mentoring, and career progression.

 

Gatcombe Park Primary is in the Ridings Partnership of Hamwic Education Trust (HET); a large, fast-paced multi-academy trust with currently 37 schools across the South Coast: Portsmouth, Southampton, Poole and Dorset. The Ridings Partnership is a multi-academy partnership based in Portsmouth. The partnership enables local schools to work together to develop a strong education for all our children.

 

Role Summary:

 

Gatcombe Park Primary School are seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant working 1:1 with a child in our Foundation Class as directed by the class teacher and/or SENCo. 

 

 

We are seeking a professional individual who:

 

• Has previous experience of working with children in a school setting. 
• Is flexible and adaptable, with the ability to engage, motivate and inspire pupils. 
• Is able to support learning effectively, using initiative to personalise