Teaching Assistant Level 1

Contract Details

• Contract Type: Temporary
• Working Hours: Full Time
• Number of Positions: 1
• Salary: £22,750 per annum pro rata
• Start Date: 1st September 2026

The Governors of St Augustine's Primary School are looking to appoint an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant who is committed and passionate about children's education and well‑being and is able to provide high quality support.

The main purpose of the job is to support access to learning and provide general support for the school in the management of pupils and resources as directed.

• Can support and deliver high quality teaching and learning.
• Has a thorough understanding of the National Curriculum.
• Can deliver specific support to raise the attainment of under‑performing children and groups.
• Can enthuse, motivate and engage children in all areas of learning.
• Can work effectively as part of a team.
• Has excellent communication skills and is committed to building positive relationships with pupils, parents and staff.
• Has a sense of humour.
• Will be willing to contribute to the broader life of the school community.

• A commitment to personal development.
• A positive and supportive working environment.
• A friendly, hard‑working and supportive team of staff, governors and parents.

St Augustine's is a small vibrant, multicultural, inner‑city school with 200 pupils on roll. It is a 1‑form entry school with a 26‑place Nursery.

At St Augustine's we pride ourselves on our positive relationships between staff, pupils and parents.

We provide a wide range of enrichment opportunities, e.g. day trips and residential.

Attainment is a high priority with a dedicated team of teachers and support staff who provide personalised learning programmes to enable each child to reach their full potential.

To apply for this role, please complete the application form and email it to sbm@st-

We strive to create a fair and inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy, and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

This post is also subject to satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 and other pre‑employment checks where applicable.