Teaching Assistant - Paulton Junior School

This is not a Bath & North East Somerset Council Vacancy

28 hours per week over 5 days but flexibility may exist for the right candidate 8.30am – 3.00pm less 50 minute lunch break.

Paulton Junior School is a large junior school located in the village of Paulton (between Bath and Bristol) with 240 pupils enrolled.

As a Teaching Assistant, you must be able to work across all age ranges within our school and be prepared to work flexibly to support children of all abilities. This includes those requiring SEND support, where you will liaise closely with teachers and the SENCo.

This is a wonderful opportunity to join a friendly, inclusive school community and make a real difference in pupils’ lives. You will work alongside teachers and staff to support learning, build children’s confidence and independence, and contribute to a positive, nurturing environment.

We are seeking a candidate with a genuine passion for helping children reach their full potential. The ideal applicant will be committed to promoting inclusion and positive behaviour to help our children grow academically, socially, and emotionally.

We require a skilled and experienced Teaching Assistant (Level 2) to join our team. An essential part of the role is supporting on a 1:1 basis and leading intervention groups as well as class-based activities. This is a busy, varied and challenging but rewarding role.

The successful applicant will:

• Have a passionate belief that all children deserve the highest quality of education.
• Be self-motivated, dedicated, and consistent.
• Have the ability to deal with new and challenging situations.
• Be a strong team player who can also work on their own initiative.
• Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with a variety of pupils, staff, and parents.
• Have good literacy, numeracy, and IT skills.
• Show initiative and flexibility in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrate the ability to work in a SEND role, supporting classroom learning and ensuring individual progress.
• Build effective relationships with both children and colleagues.
• Maintain high expectations of themselves and those with whom they work.

Start Date: September 2026

Application Details:

Please use the form and attachments provided to submit your application to Paulton Junior School, Plumptre Close, Paulton, BRISTOL BS39 7QY by post or by email to reach us by the specific deadline of midnight Sunday 31^st May 2026. Please put “TEACHING ASSISTANT APPLICATION” in the subject heading of your email.

Email: Paulton_Jun@bathnes.gov.uk

Closing Date: Midnight Sunday 31^st May 2026

Shortlisting: w/c 1^st June 2026

Interviews: TO BE CONFIRMED

Email school office Paulton_jun@bathnes.gov.uk or telephone 01761418137. School visits are welcome.

For more information about us, please see: www.paultonjuniorschool.co.uk

Safeguarding Statement:

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We follow safer recruitment practices and appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, References from recent employers and medical checks.