Teaching Assistant / Mealtime Assistant at Ashburton Primary School

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Job Reference #

EDV/2026/APS/28008

Location

Whistley Hill, Ashburton, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ13 7DW

Contract Type

Fixed Term

Contract Term

Part-Time

Salary

£13.26 - £13.69 Hourly
Teaching Assistant 26.25 hours Devon NJC C SCP 5-7, plus 2.5 hours Mealtime Assistant duties NJC A SCP 3

Fixed Term End Date

Tue 31st Aug, 2027

Closing Date

Midday, Wed 8th Jul, 2026

Start Date

1/9/26

Positions Available

Positions Available 1

Interview Date(s)

TBC

Interview Date(s) TBC

About this Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Teaching Assistant and Mealtime Assistant working Monday to Friday at Ashburton Primary School. This is a fixed term role ending 31st August 2027.

You should have a love of learning and a positive attitude to make a difference to the children of Ashburton Primary School which is part of Westcountry School’s Trust.

Our school has one clear core purpose - to put children and learning at the heart of everything we do. Our vision is:

Children are INSPIRED to develop their talents and love learning.

Children BELIEVE in themselves and their abilities.

Children DISCOVER and enjoy a wide range of experiences.

Children ACHIEVE their full potential in all subjects.

Children BELONG to a caring community, which cased about the past, present and future of its environment.

You will need to be enthusiastic, have a knowledge of how children learn and be committed to a collaborative approach working with colleagues to deliver the highest quality support and best possible outcomes for each child. You should have a clear understanding of safeguarding and be passionate about working with children.

Westcountry Schools Trust is a multi-academy trust of 31 schools, currently employing approximately 2,800 staff and growing. We are a dynamic organisation with our students and staff at our heart. Our values inform our work and we hope you agree these are key to success:

Working for the Trust includes some key benefits, please see our website for full details.

For an informal discussion regarding this role, please contact Annette Layland, Acting Headteacher, on 01364 652343

If you believe you can demonstrate the dedication, skills and passion required, we look forward to receiving your application.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS disclosure is required for this post.