Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant Alderbury & West Grimstead CofE Primary School Salary: Grade D, pay points 4-6 £25,185 - £25,989 per year (DOE) FTE Actual Salary: £3,194 - £3,296 per year (DOE) pro rata Contract: Fixed Term until 17th July 2026, Part-time (8:45am - 3:15pm on Fridays) Closing date: 12pm, Friday 8th May 2026 Interview Date: Wednesday 13th May 2026 Job summary; Alderbury and West Grimstead Primary School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, motivated and high‑quality Teaching Assistant to join our team. We are looking for a committed individual who brings creativity, vision and a genuine passion for supporting early learning, alongside a strong belief in nurturing every child to achieve their full potential. This role offers the opportunity to become part of a happy, thriving and successful school community. You will work as part of a dedicated and supportive staff team who collaborate closely to deliver engaging and high‑quality learning experiences. The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting our youngest learners, helping them to develop confidence, curiosity and a lifelong love of learning. Full details of the role can be found in the job description and person specification. The successful applicant will support a community where everyone is encouraged to reach their potential, work together toward shared goals, feel valued, enjoy a positive environment, and build relationships founded on kindness and trust. Please do not submit applications via the Indeed website, applications should be completed through MNT, we kindly note that CVs cannot be accepted. Our School Alderbury & West Grimstead Church of England Primary School is a welcoming, vibrant primary school serving children aged 4 to 11 in the villages of Alderbury and West Grimstead near Salisbury in Wiltshire. We are proud to be part of Pickwick Academy Trust, joining the family of local schools in December 2023 as an academy working collaboratively to ensure excellence for every child. At the heart of our school is our vision: “Foundations for Life.” Inspired by the Christian parable of the wise and foolish builders, this vision reflects our deep commitment to helping children lay strong foundations not just in academic learning, but in character, resilience, and wellbeing. As a Church of England school, our Christian values of Kindness, Justice and Respect guide everything we do — shaping how we learn, behave and care for one another. Contact details If you require any further details regarding the role, please feel free to contact Nicole McLeod on Admin Officer on Admin@alderbury.wilts.sch.uk We would love to hear from you, we warmly welcome visits to our school and would be delighted to show you around our school. Please be aware that this role may be closed ahead of the deadline if sufficient applications are received. Why choose Pickwick Academy Trust? You’ll be joining a trusted community that i