We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and qualified Teaching Assistant with the skills and knowledge to support children in all stages of primary education. You will be based in class but as required, be expected to cover classes across the school. You may also be deployed to lead intervention groups or work as a 1:1 with a pupil across the school.

The successful candidate will be someone who:

·         Holding a minimum Level 3 TA qualification in teaching and learning is desirable but not essential along with a secure knowledge of primary education.

·         Has GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent) at grade C or above

·         Is motivated, positive, hardworking and willing to join an enthusiastic team.

·         Is able to demonstrate high expectations for learning and behaviour, working within the schools’ policies and procedures.

·         Champions children and puts their needs and well-being at the forefront of the purpose of their role.

·         Is professionally discreet and able to respect confidentiality.

·         Communicates well with children, colleagues and parents.

Christ Church School is an exciting and dynamic place to work. We can offer the successful candidate:

·         A friendly and skilled team of colleagues committed to providing a quality education to our pupils

·         Highly supportive, governors, parents and fantastic pupils

·         A ‘Good’ school as evidenced by Ofsted in its most recent inspection

·         Opportunities for staff development and training

·         An exciting and broad curriculum with up-to-date researched based pedagogy

·         A warm Christian ethos

·         An inclusive and supportive environment.

Christ Church C of E Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be conditional upon the outcome of an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation or age.

Christ Church is part of the Kaleidoscope Multi Academy Trust which includes Ashcombe, Becket, Crockerne, Hutton, St Martins and Worle Village schools and the successful candidate will be employed by the Trust. As a result of this, you may be required to work in another school, with your agreement, as business needs dictate.

Closing date for applications:  Friday 6 February 2026
Interviews: Final dates TBC

Visits to the school are strongly recommended and can be arranged via the school office. We reserve the right to close the selection process early. The school telephone number is 01934 620738.

Application forms can be found on the school website or by  

e-mailing: office@christchurchprimaryschool.org