The children at Dunbury are looking for an enthusiastic, dedicated Teaching Assistant who can inspire and motivate them to be the best they can be! They hold the school’s vision “Strength in difference – together we are one, together we fly high” very close to their hearts. This is a part time, fixed term position until 31st August 2026, working 8.30am - 3.30pm (6hrs 30mins per day), term time only, including INSET days. Monday to Friday.
The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting learning in the classroom under the direction of the class teacher, although we need you to be confident to notice and take the initiative. Some support will be targeted for children who need a little extra, such as providing sensory and/or emotional regulating breaks and for the most part, this will be delivered within the classroom. Training and support can be provided where needed. You will strive to continually develop individual pupils’ academic, social and emotional development through the provision of a stable, caring and supportive learning environment.
Dunbury is a small rural school with a big heart, where we practice and live our values of trust, friendship, respect and courage every day, as recognised in our ‘Good’ OfSTED (2023) and outstanding SIAMs (2025) We have happy and enthusiastic children and staff who are supportive of each other. We are passionate about using research driven approaches to ensure we give all our children consistency.
We can offer you:
- Excellent CPD (in-house and through the Trust - DSAT)
- Happy, caring pupils who are proud of their school
- A beautiful, peaceful village location.
- A supportive, friendly staff team
Visits to the school are warmly encouraged and can be arranged by contacting the school office on 01258 880501.
We want our staff to thrive so we offer an extensive range of wellness services and professional learning opportunities to support growth and development. Please visit our website for further details: Diocese of Salisbury Academy Trust - Wellness
We value the diversity of our workforce and welcome applications from all. If you are interested in this position and would like to have a more detailed conversation before making the decision to apply for the post, please give us a call and we will be happy to help you with as much detail as possible to support this process.
When you have enough information to make your decision to apply, please complete all sections of the application form. CVs will not be accepted.
All applicants will be notified of the shortlisting decisions by email. References for shortlisted candidates will be requested before interviews.
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All applicants will be subject to a number of checks including the Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.