EXTERNAL VACANCY
Teaching Assistant
Shaw CE Primary School · Melksham, England
- Pay
- £6,803.96 - £7,132.97 Annually (Actual) WHFNJC K Grade £6,803.96 to £7,132.97
- Working pattern
- Part-time
- Profession
- Education
- Closing date
- 15/11/2026
About this opportunity
Shaw CE Primary School is advertising this Teaching Assistant role in Melksham. Read the full duties, working arrangements, eligibility requirements and application instructions on Teaching Vacancies.
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Work described by the advertiser
The Role: Teaching Assistant with SEN Experience
We couldn’t do what we do without our fantastic staff team, and we are looking for an outstanding Teaching Assistant to join our hard-working team. If you are looking to continue your career as a Teaching Assistant in a challenging and rewarding role within our school, then we want to hear from you. Come and join us on this exciting journey to help every child in our school reach their potential. We think this is a great place to work and we hope that you will too!Selected extracts from the original advertiser, via Teaching Vacancies.
Experience and qualifications mentioned
Shaw C of E Primary School is a friendly, caring school with high expectations, where success is richly celebrated. Our school is a Church of England Primary located in Melksham, Wiltshire and we are proud to provide a nurturing and enriching learning experience within a safe, Christian environment, where every student can flourish. In our most recent Ofsted inspection, the school was rated GOOD in all areas—a testament to the dedication and passion of our entire team and school community.
Shaw School is a popular and vibrant school where we strive to 'Let Your Light Shine.' We are very fortunate to have a wonderful school site and excellent buildings run by highly qualified and friendly staff. This, combined with an exciting curriculum, makes Shaw School the special community it is.Selected extracts from the original advertiser, via Teaching Vacancies.
Working arrangements and application details
Please note that applications will be reviewed as received and should a suitable candidate be identified, we may close the vacancy early. Therefore, early application is encouraged.
We hope we have done enough to give you a flavour of what it is like to work here. If you would like come and join us, then please apply today - we are looking forward to hearing from you.Selected extracts from the original advertiser, via Teaching Vacancies.
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