Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant – Full Time
Upton Noble C of E VC Primary School
Location: Upton Noble - Shepton Mallet
Hours: Full time
Pay: £13–£14 per hour

About the School:
Upton Noble Primary is a welcoming Church of England voluntary controlled primary school serving children aged 2–11 years. The school is set in the beautiful Somerset countryside in the village of Upton Noble, near Bruton and Shepton Mallet. It has a warm, friendly, family atmosphere where every pupil is valued as an individual and encouraged to flourish academically, socially and spiritually.

The school’s vision and values emphasise children as aspirational learners who grow together, building wisdom, knowledge and skills within a supportive Christian ethos.

Role Overview:
As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support pupils across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 within the classroom
• Assist teachers in delivering learning activities
• Help pupils access the curriculum and participate confidently in school life

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous experience working with children is ideal but not essential
• Caring, patient and enthusiastic attitude
• A DBS on the Update Service is preferred, or willingness to apply via Teaching Personnel

Training & Development:
Teaching Personnel will provide mandatory safeguarding training plus access to further CPD, including:
✅ Thrive approaches
✅ Speech and language support training
…and more opportunities to build your skills

Interview Process:

• Initial interview with Teaching Personnel
• Follow-up interview with Upton Noble Primary School to ensure a great fit and clear expectations

Why Join Upton Noble?

• Opportunity to work in a supportive and inclusive rural school community
• Engage with children across a wide age range
• Contribute directly to pupil progress and wellbeing

Apply now or contact Teaching Personnel for more details and to arrange interviews!

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