Teaching Assistant at Mayplace Primary School
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£ 21,104 actual per annum based on 32.5 hours Working 39 weeks per year. Paid for 44.45 weeks
About this Role
Term time only + 5 inset days. (39 weeks per year).
Hours: 32.5 per week, 8.30 am to 3.30 pm
The Role
As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a key part in creating a positive, inspiring and inclusive learning environment. Every day, you will:
- Support teachers in delivering engaging curriculum and enrichment activities
- Work 1:1 and with small groups to help pupils access learning and build confidence
- Help pupils stay focused, develop independence and achieve their best
- Offer emotional and social support, promoting positive behaviour and wellbeing
- Prepare classroom spaces, set up activities and create vibrant displays of children’s work
- Encourage a love of learning—this may include reading with children, sharing stories, or leading creative tasks
You’ll be a trusted member of our staff team, helping ensure that every child feels safe, supported and ready to succeed.
About You
We’re looking for someone who is:
- Trustworthy, enthusiastic and full of energy
- Able to build warm, professional relationships with children and families
- A strong communicator with excellent literacy and numeracy skills
- Passionate about making learning exciting, accessible and enjoyable
- Adaptable, well‑organised and committed to high standards
- Professional, confidential and calm under pressure
- Ideally will hold the NCFE CACHE Level 3 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning or be willing to complete.
Experience supporting children across the primary phase or working with pupils with social, emotional or mental health needs is helpful—but if you bring the right mindset and a commitment to developing your practice, we would love to meet you.
Come and Meet Us
We warmly welcome prospective candidates to visit the school. Our Headteacher will be happy to show you around and answer your questions. (Visits do not form part of the recruitment process.)
How to Apply
When you’re ready to apply, please complete all sections of the application form on MyNewTerm. Please note: CVs cannot be accepted.
- All applicants will be notified of shortlisting outcomes
- References for shortlisted candidates may be requested before interview
- If a strong candidate is identified, interviews may take place before the published closing date—so early applications are encouraged
If you need help using MyNewTerm, please contact the People Team: pftpeople@theprimaryfirsttrust.co.uk
Safer Recruitment, Safeguarding & Inclusion
We fully commit to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance, a health clearance, social media checks, a probationary period and satisfactory references.
We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, identities and life experiences. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.
Related Documents
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Contact Details
Charlotte Cullen
01322523256
c.cullen@mayplace.bexley.sch.uk
Mayplace Primary School would like all candidates to answer specific questions for the personal statement section. For reference, here is a preview of the questions/headings:
- What attracted you to this role and why would you like to be considered?
- What relevant experience do you have?
- What skills, strengths and qualities will you bring to this role?
- What experience of working with children with Social, Emotional, Mental & Health Needs (SEMH) do you have?
- Do you have any further information that you would like to add to support your application?
Mayplace Primary School
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