Preschool Teaching Assistant

Location: Wootton Primary School Preschool

Contract Type: Fixed Term Maternity Cover, Part Time

Wootton Primary School is a caring, forward looking school where each child is challenged, nurtured and inspired to reach their full potential. We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Teaching Assistant to work with our children, some of whom have Special Educational Needs. Ideally applicants will have experience of working in a preschool setting.

If you have an unwavering commitment to safeguarding young people, high levels of personal resilience and thrive in an environment where no two days are the same, then we want to hear from you.

Full training, support and induction will be provided.

In line with our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, this appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

We are unable to accept CVs

We thank you for your interest in this role.  

We offer a range of employee benefits:

• A comprehensive induction programme and a supportive working environment including access to Teaching School Hubs and Initial Teacher Training
• Exceptional CPD and development / promotional opportunities
• Refer a friend scheme
• Generous pension schemes
• Employee assistance programme
• Employee of the month scheme
• Diverse workplace

Wootton Preschool is a friendly, busy preschool setting which can be found within the Primary School at our Harris Way site. We are seeking an enthusiastic, caring, creative and energetic practitioner to work in our preschool provision. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the ability to work within a team, have effective organisational skills and a willingness to contribute to school life. Knowledge of the early years curriculum is encouraged.

Applicants will be subject to the School’s safeguarding checks.

Closing date for applications is midnight on 28th January 2026 

Interviews to be held the week beginning 2nd February 2026

For more details, please contact Francessca Reeve on 01234 768239 or via email at hr@woottonprimary.co.uk 

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.