Overview
Teaching Assistant – Amesbury
Job Description
Salary: Grade D4 – E8 depending on experience (£12.65 – £13.47 per hour)
Hours of work: 8.45 – 3.00pm for 38 weeks (Term time) 26.25 hours per week
Contract type: Fixed term and permanent positions
This is not a Wiltshire Council vacancy therefore please contact King’s Gate Primary School for further information.
Are you passionate about supporting children’s learning and development? Do you thrive in a warm, inclusive and values-based school environment? If so, we’d love to hear from you!
About Us
At King’s Gate Primary School, we believe that every child deserves a high-quality education and the opportunity to succeed. Since opening in 2019, our school has grown into a nurturing and vibrant community where children are at the heart of everything we do. Our motto, ‘We work best when we work together’ reflects our belief in the power of teamwork and care.
We are now seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our committed staff team. The successful candidate will work alongside class teachers to support pupils’ learning, social development and well-being across the primary age range.
Key Responsibilities
- Supporting the class teacher with planning and delivering high-quality learning activities.
- Working with individual pupils or small groups to support specific learning needs.
- Promoting inclusion and helping to create a positive, nurturing classroom environment.
- Supporting pupils with SEND and adapting resources where required.
- Contributing to the life of the school through wider activities, trips and events.
We are looking for someone who:
- Is patient, caring and passionate about working with children.
- Has strong communication skills and works well as part of a team.
- Has experience working in a school or childcare setting (preferred).
- Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
In return, we offer:
- A welcoming and supportive team of staff and governors.
- Well-behaved, enthusiastic and motivated children.
- High-quality professional development and opportunities for career progression.
- A positive school culture based on kindness, collaboration and respect.
Find out more and apply:
Please visit our website for further information about the position: www.kingsgate.wilts.sch.uk
And our schools: www.pewsey.wilts.sch.uk www.kingsgate.wilts.sch.uk
Visits to the School are warmly welcomed – please contact the Admin Team to book a visit on:
01980 669777, or admin@kingsgate.wilts.sch.uk
Please visit King’s Gate Primary School website for an information pack and application form. https://www.kingsgate.wilts.sch.uk/about-us/vacancies
Closing date: Friday 28 th November at noon
Interviews: Thursday 4 th December 2025
Commencement date: December 2025 /January 2026
King’s Gate Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All applicants will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.
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