Teaching Assistant (Level 2) - Newton Poppleford Primary School
- Multiple Locations
- Multiple Terms
- £12.45 - £12.65 per hour

Newton Poppleford Primary School is looking for an enthusiastic, hard-working and motivated professional to join our school. We have a fantastic team ethos and well-being is hugely important to us. We hold a passionate belief in working together to develop our practice. The school and all its staff work hard to give children excellent opportunities and an enjoyable educational experience.
You will need to have good literacy and numeracy skills, as well as the ability to motivate children to do their best. You will be patient, understanding, and responsive, and able to build positive relationships with children, while establishing consistent boundaries. A willingness to work as part of a team, as well as taking your own initiative when required, is essential. Training and development will be provided and we welcome applications from those looking for a change or new challenge as well as those with experience of working with children in school settings.
We set high expectations for all the children in our care and we ensure pupils make exceptional progress. If you feel that you can add to a dedicated and supportive environment, please apply.
We can offer:
• A supportive and empowering approach and ethos.
• A friendly, welcoming staff team
• A positive learning culture with training and development opportunities.
• A vibrant and enjoyable curriculum offering.
• Happy, motivated and well-behaved children
This post is 5-days per week from 8:45am - 3:20pm. There will also be opportunity to work as an MTA at lunchtimes and to work in our Breakfast/Twilight clubs.
Visits to the school are encouraged. Interested candidates are invited to make an appointment to visit the school with Mr Ant Pope, Headteacher, on 01395 568300.
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.
Shortlisted candidates may be subject to online checks.
Further information and an application can be downloaded below.
Please email your completed application form to admin@newton-poppleford.devon.sch.uk or by post to Newton Poppleford Primary School, School Lane, Sidmouth, Devon, EX10 0EL by 12 noon Monday 10th February 2025.
Interview Date: 12th & 13th February 2025
Job Details
- OrganisationDevon County Schools
- Work LocationEast DevonDevon
- Work Postcode
EX10 0EL
- Reference
JS06675
- Occupational GroupEducation Support
- Salary Details
£12.45 - £12.65 per hour
- Job TermPermanent
- Appointment TypePart TimeTerm Time
- Hours
28 hours per week, 39 weeks per annum
- Closing Date
10/02/2025
- DBS Check Required
Yes