Job Introduction
Durley CE (Controlled) Primary School
Experienced Level 3 TA – Part time
3 days per week Fixed Term to 31 December 2026
Salary type: grade C
Salary details: £25,586.00 FTE
Hours and days of work: 18.75 hours per week. 8:45-12:00, 12:30-3.30 Wednesday, Thursday, Friday –
Contact email: adminoffice@durley.hants.sch.uk or the Headteacher, Caroline Grist: c.grist@durley.hants.sch.uk
Closing date: Midday on Friday 20th March
Interview date: Tuesday 24th March
The Governors of Durley CE (Controlled) Primary School are seeking an experienced, skilled, committed and flexible Teaching Assistant (TA) to join our friendly team for three days per week. This is a unique and versatile role that will incorporate work as a TA and will also include a daily lunch duty. You will need to be able to work across both Key stages 1 and 2. This role will initially be fixed term with a view to extending.
We are a small, supportive school community, and we are looking for someone who can contribute positively to both classroom-learning and the wider life of the school.
About the Role
We are looking for someone who can:
- Effectively support teaching and learning across the school.
- Lead small groups and deliver planned lessons, with another TA when required
- Work collaboratively alongside teachers to effectively support our pupils
- Work confidently across the primary phase
- Contribute positively to our calm, purposeful learning environment
- Demonstrate excellent communication skills, both written and verbal with a professional approach.
- Be confident to communicate with parents and staff
About You
The successful candidate will:
- Have experience as a teaching assistant across the primary phase
- Be passionate about children achieving their very best
- Have high expectations and a positive attitude
- Have Maths and English to GCSE level or equivalent
- Be organised, adaptable, and confident in leading learning
- Communicate effectively with staff, pupils, and families
- Be committed to the school’s values and to the wellbeing of children
Why Join Us?
At Durley CE Primary School, you’ll be part of a dedicated and friendly team. Our children are polite, well-mannered and enthusiastically engage in their learning. We are part of a welcoming and close-knit community and we have close links with Durley Holy Cross Church. Our school is a supportive and happy place to work.
How to Apply
For further information or to arrange an informal visit, please contact the Headteacher, Caroline Grist c.grist@durley.hants.sch.uk or telephone 01489 860207
Please apply directly to the Headteacher using the email address above.
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed.
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Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
