Teaching Assistant
Overview
We are looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to work with teachers and children at the Fern Academy Trust comprising of Marlbrook Primary School, St Martins Primary School and Wellington Primary School.
Personal attributes
We need positive, well-motivated, dedicated team players, with a good sense of humour and a cheerful disposition who are able to support children with a wide range of needs. It is expected that the successful applicant will:
• have a good level of education (GCSE or equivalent, grade C or above in Maths and English),
• be able to work with children of all abilities across which is diverse and thriving
• be prepared to train and work as one of the school first aiders,
• work with the pupils either individually or in small groups under the direction of the class teacher to ensure a high standard of physical, emotional, social and intellectual care,
• prepare equipment and resources for the classroom and have a flexible approach,
• be fully involved in the delivery of and having a total awareness of the appropriate curriculum,
• make a full and pro-active contribution to display work.
In return we can offer you:
• a school that encourages professional development,
• a team of well-motivated, highly committed people, who strive to get the best from every child
Salary & Benefits
(Term Time Only) O4FA SCP 4 – 6 (£18,261.71 - £19,274.00) 32 Hours Fixed Term 12 month Contract Commencing January 2027.
Location
Fern Academy Trust comprising of Marlbrook Primary School, St Martins Primary School and Wellington Primary School, Hereford.
Supporting documents
Deadline and how to apply
Please contact our Admin team for an application pack, E:admin@fernacademytrust.co.uk T: 01432 266643. The closing date for receipt of applications is: Friday 20th November 2026 at noon. Interviews on Thursday 26th November 2026.
Equal opportunities
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. All appointments to school are subject to satisfactory references and clearance from the Disclosure and Barring Service at Enhanced Level.
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