Salary:£25,989 - £26,824 (37 hours, full time equivalent)

Hours of work:25 hours,term time only (38 weeks per year)

Contract type:Permanent

Sarum St Pauls is a happy, nurturing and aspirational school where every child is supported to reach their full potentialintellectually, physically, spiritually and socially. We believe this is best achieved through strong partnerships between pupils, parents, staff and governors. We are immensely proud of our children and all they accomplish; they reflect our ethos as confident, secure and resilient learners who embrace challenge and approach each day with curiosity and enthusiasm as part of their journey of discovery and understanding.

The Governors are seeking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic Classroom Assistant to join our team on a full time basis. Initially, the role will be based within our Year 4 cohort for Term 6; however, the successful candidate should be flexible and willing to work across any year group from September. This is an excellent opportunity for a caring and adaptable individual to support pupils learning and development within a welcoming and supportive school environment.

All about the role(s):

Wed like teaching assistant(s) to join us who

We are seeking a committed and capable Classroom Assistant who:

• Has a solid educational background (including English and Maths) and a commitment to ongoing professional development
• Brings experience of supporting childrens learning, ideally across a range of abilities, including those with additional needs
• Is confident in helping to raise pupil attainment, including delivering targeted support or catch-up interventions
• Demonstrates strong communication, organisation, and behaviour management skills
• Can contribute positively to classroom planning and work effectively under the direction of the class teacher
• Is a calm, patient, and consistent presenceable to build trust and respect with pupils through a gentle but firm approach
• Works well as part of a team, showing flexibility and a willingness to support the wider needs of the school
• Is supportive of, and sensitive to, the schools Christian ethos

In return we offer

• A supportive and welcoming staff team
• Commitment to professional development
• A school where children love to learn through building friendship and faith
• A Good Ofsted with Outstanding Personal Development (December 2024)
• A happy, caring Christian Ethos where everyone is valued (Excellent SIAMS Inspection March 2019)

Find out more and apply:

Before applying for this role, please read the following information about this opportunity found below.
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed, please call the school office on to arrange an appointment.

To apply online please download theapplication formthen click the apply now button below to upload your completed forms and covering letter online.
Please note: CV's will not be considered.
Closing date (and time): Noon on 17thApril 2026

Interview date: 23rdor 24thApril 2026 (tbc)

Commencement date: 1stJune 2026

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. xbpsjku
All applicants will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.