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Teaching Assistant - Part Time

Employer
Neroche Primary School
Location
Ilminster, Somerset
Contract Type
Fixed term contract
Hours
Part Time
Salary
£19470 actual
Start Date
As Soon As Possible
Expires
12th February 2026 09:00 AM
Contract Type
Fixed term contract
Job ID
1532098
Suitable for
Other Graduates
Job Reference
202510TA
Start Date
As Soon As Possible
  • Contract Type :Fixed term contract
  • Contract Length: 12 months in first instance
  • Suitable for: Other Graduates
  • Job ID: 1532098

Hours: 27 hours per week

Term Time Only plus 3 inset days

Fixed term for 12 months in the first instance

Salary: £15,576 actual (FTE £25,185)

Join a school where every child is inspired to achieve their best!

Neroche Primary School is looking for a committed, enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to work across EYFS, KS1 and KS2. This part-time post for 27 hours a week for 12 months in the first instance and is  a fantastic opportunity to play a meaningful role in a school that places children’s wellbeing, creativity and curiosity at the heart of everything we do.

We’re seeking someone who is motivated, caring and eager to make a difference—whether you’re an experienced TA or taking the next step in your career. You’ll be joining a friendly, supportive staff team where you’ll be valued and encouraged to grow. We also welcome applications from those interested in a job share.

Why join us?

  • A nurturing and inclusive school community
  • Competitive salary
  • Term-time working
  • The chance to positively impact children’s lives every day

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 9am on Thursday 12th February

Help us shape bright futures—one child at a time.

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Safeguarding Statement:

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 under the Exceptions Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020). This means that both spent and unspent convictions and cautions may need to be disclosed. However, certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ under filtering rules and do not need to be disclosed. Guidance on what should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974

Blackdown Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexuality or religion.

The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure Barring Service (DBS). As part of our due diligence process when shortlisting, we may carry out an online search of publicly available material to identify any incidents or issues which we might want to explore with the applicant at interview.

References: References will be taken up on short-listed candidates that will include questions about past disciplinary actions or allegations in relation to behaviour with children, previous employers may be approached for information to verify particular experiences or qualifications before interview.

Data Protection Act: Information held by Blackdown Education Partnership complies with and is stored in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018. If your application is successful, the information you have provided in the ‘Personal Details’ section will be used for payroll purposes and may be disclosed to the Inland Revenue. It will be disclosed within the school for security and administration.

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Neroche Primary School

Neroche Primary School

Part of Blackdown Education Partnership

Blackdown Education Partnership