Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Whimple Primary School (Exe Valley Federation)
- Multiple Locations
- Multiple Terms
- £15.33 - £16.93 per hour
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The Governors, Executive Headteacher of Exe Valley Federation and Head of Whimple Primary School wish to recruit staff to the following post.
Required from 2nd June 2025, (or as soon after as possible) Whimple Primary School is seeking to appoint one or more persons to carry out the role of a Higher Level Teaching Assistant. The hours would be up to 27.5 hours per week (9am to 3.30pm). The role may include Mealtime Assistant duties and could involve working across all primary ages.
Whimple Primary School is a small village school with a warm, friendly and supportive atmosphere. Whimple Primary is one of seven schools in the Exe Valley Federation, situated on the outskirts of Exeter, close to Ottery St Mary.
Our school aspires to be a safe environment at the heart of the community where everyone is valued, and which encourages all the children to achieve their potential whilst being caring and aware of both their physical and mental wellbeing. The school promotes the 6Rs – Responsibility, Respect, Resourcefulness, Reasoning, Reflection and Resilience. This also links to building essential skills throught the Skills Builder partnership. We have an excellent team of staff who create a nurturing working environment where children feel supported and encouraged to take responsibility for themselves, others and their environment.
You will have excellent teamwork and communication skills, boundless patience and resilience and the ability and enthusiasm to make a difference with pupils who may have a range of social, emotional and mental health needs. For a full list of duties, please see the job description.
For details of the school please visit our website: https://www.whimple-primary.devon.sch.uk/website
You are welcome to visit the school outside of school hours (after the Easter holidays) by arranging an appointment with the school. Please phone 01404 822584 to arrange.
We 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 a DBS disclosure.
This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.
Online searches may be done as part of pre-recruitment checks.
Whimple Primary School is an equal opportunities employer.
Whimple Primary School requires 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 the interview stage.
Application Procedure
Please complete the application form on the school website http://www.whimple-primary.devon.sch.uk/website and return it to the school office via post or email to admin@whimpleprimary.co.uk
If you wish to call us our number is 01404 822584.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Please apply by midday on the closing date.
Interview Date: w/c Monday 19th May 2025.
Job Details
- OrganisationDevon County Schools
- Work LocationExeterDevon
- Work Postcode
EX5 2TS
- Reference
AC5032
- Occupational GroupEducation Support
- Salary Details
£15.33 - £16.93 per hour
- Job TermPermanent
- Appointment TypeFull TimeTerm Time
- Hours
27.5 hours per week (9am - 3.30pm daily, term time only) 39 weeks per annum
- Closing Date
07/05/2025
- DBS Check Required
Yes