Teaching Assistant

Job Overview

The working hours for this role are expected to be 30 hours per week, 39 weeks per year. 08:30 to 15:15, Monday to Friday, with a 15-minute unpaid break and a 30-minute unpaid lunch break. The start date for this role is 01 June 2026. Interviews are scheduled to take place during the week commencing 18 May 2026.

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is seeking to appoint an energetic and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join their team. As a member of staff within our Trust, you will contribute to a collaborative working environment and play a key role in supporting the learning and development of all pupils.

This role supports the class teacher in delivering the National Curriculum by assisting with lesson activities, adapting instructions, and helping pupils to access learning effectively. It involves providing targeted support to individuals and groups to develop key skills such as reading, writing, communication, and concentration, while promoting inclusion, positive behaviour, and children’s self-esteem through encouragement and consistent reinforcement of school expectations. The Teaching Assistant also supports pupils with additional needs by contributing to individual provision plans, assisting with personal care where required, and liaising with teachers and external professionals. The role includes monitoring progress by providing feedback to teachers, helping maintain records, and supporting assessment and learning activities. In addition, the postholder helps create a safe and effective learning environment by preparing resources, maintaining classrooms, and adhering to safeguarding, health, and safety policies. Strong communication and teamwork are essential, particularly in building positive relationships with pupils, colleagues, parents, and external agencies. A commitment to professionalism and ongoing development underpins all aspects of the role.

For a complete Job Description, Person Specification, and Candidate Briefing Pack, please view the attached documents.

About EQUA Mead Learning Trust

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is a leading educational institution based in Wiltshire. Dedicated to providing high-quality education to students from diverse backgrounds. Members of staff across [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] will be committed to improving the life chances of the pupils we educate and ensure we give Every Child, Every Chance. As a growing Trust, currently educating almost 6000 pupils across 22 different schools, we are immensely proud of our staff and endeavour to be an employer of choice.

Important Application Information

When completing your application, please ensure that you add at least 2 references, with the first being your most recent employer. Early applications are encouraged. Your application must include a full employment history. To comply with safer recruitment regulations, we cannot accept applications using a CV.

Safeguarding Statement

This role will involve contact with children, and the post holder will be engaged in regulated activity relevant to children and will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Attached Documents

• Candidate Briefing Pack.pdf
• EQUA Mead Safeguarding and CP Policy Academic Year 2025 - 26.pdf
• Privacy Notice for Job Applicants.pdf
• Referencing Guidelines.pdf
• Teaching Assistant - June 2026.pdf

About [Employer hidden]

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], The Spring, Market Lavington, Devizes, Wiltshire, SN10 4EB, United Kingdom.

We value a school community that is inclusive, kind and respectful. We have high expectations in everything we do and want our students to feel safe but challenged so that they can thrive as well equipped and confident school leavers.