Key Role Information

Salary
£18,244 ACTUAL
Job type
Part Time
Contract type
Fixed Term
Closing
05/11/2026 09:00
Interview
9 November 2026
Contract term
TTO - Term time only
Pay grade
Support Staff Payscale (April 2026 onwards) | SCP6 - SCP7
Department
Teaching Assistants
Key stage
Key Stage 1, Key Stage 2
Hours per week
30.00
Weeks per year
38.000
Visa sponsorship
No

Your Role

Brixington Primary Academy are looking for an enthusiastic, flexible and highly motivated individual to work alongside the class teacher and SENDCo to support pupils' learning, wellbeing and engagement with school life. Providing targeted academic support to pupils through structured mentoring and intervention work.


We are looking for individuals who are nurturing, adaptable and committed to making a positive difference to children and families within our school community.


This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a child's school experience by providing consistent, compassionate support.


We are looking to appoint an exceptional candidate who:


• Deliver targeted one-to-one or small group support in mathematics and reading, according to pupils’ individual needs and school plans.

• Work closely with class teachers and the SENDCo to identify pupils who would benefit from additional academic support.

• Plan and deliver structured interventions, monitoring progress and adapting strategies to meet changing learning needs.

• Support pupils’ engagement, confidence, and motivation in learning, using positive, relationship-based approaches.

• Maintain accurate records of interventions, progress, and outcomes, reporting to teaching staff as required.

• Provide feedback to teachers and parents on pupil progress and engagement.

• Promote independent learning skills and encourage pupils to take ownership of their learning.


We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications or appoint a suitable candidate before the published closing date. Early application is encouraged.


We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS disclosure is required for this post. Our Child Protection policy can be found on the school's website. All shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search. 


First Federation Trust require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.


All shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search. Applications supported by recruitment agencies will not be considered.




Qualifications

GCSEs including Maths and English (Grade A-C/4-9) or equivalentessential
NVQ level 2/3 or equivalent in relevant disciplinedesirable

Skills

Abilities, Skills and Knowledge

Able to build effective working relationships with pupils and adultsessential
Able to use ICT equipment e.g. iPads, Chromebooksessential
Able to promote inclusion of all pupilsessential

Experience

Experience of working in a school or educational settingessential
Experience of working with children/young peopleessential

Personal Attributes

Compassionate and resilientessential
Able to remain calm in stressful situationsessential
A strong personality with an ability to be consistent and firm when handling behaviour issues in line with the school’s policiesessential
Able to maintain confidentiality at all timesessential

Qualifications

Educated to GCSE standard or equivalent, including English and Maths and Grade 4 (previously Grade C) or aboveessential

About Us


Brixington Primary Academy

Stuart Dyer

office@brixington.devon.sch.uk

First Federation Trust
Blackpool CE Primary School
Liverton
Devon
TQ12 6JB

Safeguarding Information

First Federation Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This role requires an enhanced DBS disclosure. 


The specific Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy for each of our schools can be found in the safeguarding section of their website, together with information about who the Designated Safeguarding Lead and other Level 3 trained staff are. 


All shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search. Applications supported by recruitment agencies will not be considered.