Teaching Assistant

Company: Bligh Primary School (Infants)
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Join Bligh Primary School as a Teaching Assistant

Support. Inspire. Lead – helping every child achieve their potential.

Hours

32.5 hours per week as a Teaching Assistant (Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm)

Contract

Permanent Term Time Only: 39 weeks per year

Start Date

September 2026

Actual Salary

Teaching Assistant D2 4-11 £18,944.29 – £21,547.34

About the Role

Are you a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role in a supportive and welcoming school community?

Bligh Primary School is seeking a caring and committed Teaching Assistant to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting pupils’ learning, development and wellbeing, helping every child to thrive both academically and personally.

Working closely with teachers and colleagues, you will support pupils across the curriculum and contribute to creating a positive, engaging and inclusive learning environment.

Responsibilities

  • Support pupils’ learning across a range of year groups and abilities
  • Deliver targeted interventions and provide high-quality classroom support
  • Work closely with teachers and colleagues to help pupils achieve their potential
  • Promote positive behaviour, wellbeing and engagement
  • Support the development of pupils’ confidence, independence and social skills
  • Help create a nurturing, inclusive environment where every child feels valued and supported

Most importantly, you’ll be passionate about helping children develop confidence, independence and a love of learning.

Who You Are

  • Holds an NVQ Level 2 qualification (or equivalent) in a relevant area
  • Has experience working with primary-aged children
  • Is confident supporting learning across the curriculum
  • Builds positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues
  • Is calm, flexible and proactive in their approach
  • Works effectively as part of a team
  • Shares our commitment to inclusion, high expectations and pupil success

What We Offer

  • A welcoming, inclusive and supportive school community
  • Friendly and experienced colleagues who work collaboratively
  • High-quality CPD and Trust-wide training opportunities
  • Career progression opportunities across the Maritime Academy Trust
  • A strong culture of teamwork, wellbeing and professional growth
  • Local Government Pension Scheme and national terms and conditions
  • Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support

Equal Opportunities & Safeguarding

Bligh Primary School and the Maritime Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. We embrace diversity and equal opportunity and are committed to building a workforce that reflects a range of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences. All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and online checks in line with current safeguarding guidance.

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Posted: July 6th, 2026