EYFS Teaching and Learning Assistant  

Contract type: Temporary contract to July 2027 
Work pattern: 14 hours per week, Term time only (38 weeks)
Hours of work: Monday - Thursday, 12.15pm - 3.45pm
Salary information: Scale 3, Point 5, £9,941 per annum
Start date: ASAP

The Governors of St Swithun Wells’ Catholic School are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Teaching and Learning Assistant who is driven by high standards of learning and support for children. St Swithun Wells’ is a one form entry school with children who have positive attitudes to learning and exemplary behaviour. Our school’s continuous strive for excellence is supported by our school community of parents and governors in addition to our inspiring and dedicated staff team. 

We are looking for a child-centred Teaching Assistant who will: 

• Have a Level 3 Early Years Qualification.
• Provide whole class support under the direct instruction/guidance of the Class Teacher.
• Offer individual support to children with additional needs, lead interventions and give small group support.
• Inspire and motivate children to achieve.
• Support the Catholic ethos of our school.
• Have creativity and flexibility and make use of their own initiative when appropriate.
• Have a great sense of humour and the ability to work as part of a team.

We can offer you: 

• A strong Catholic ethos and a commitment to collaborative working.
• A positive, friendly, caring and committed staff team.
• Polite, fun and extremely well- behaved children.
• A supportive school community of parents and governors.

Closing date: 30th September 2026 at Noon