Closing date: Tuesday 16th December at midday - we may close and interview earlier. Exwick Heights Primary School is seeking a passionate and dedicated
Teaching Assistant to be part of our ambitious and supportive Early Years team. This is a
full-time (32.5 hours per week/38 weeks per year), permanent position starting on
5th January 2026 or as soon as possible after this date. The salary scale is
Grade B - FTE £24,796/ Pro Rata £18,253 At Exwick Heights, our mission is to achieve academic excellence and personal empowerment for every child. We foster a love of learning through our values of
kindness, curiosity and determination and we are proud that Ofsted graded our
Personal Development as Outstanding. Our children are enthusiastic, well-behaved and eager to learn-making this a fantastic place to work.
We are committed to supporting our staff through professional development and a positive working environment.
This is an exciting time to join our Early Years team as we prepare to expand our current provision to begin taking children from
2 years old. This expansion is a significant step for both the
local community and our school-it will allow us to offer high-quality early education at a vital stage in child development, laying strong foundations for learning and supporting families from the very beginning of their child's journey.
To be eligible, you must hold a
full and relevant Level 3 qualification as a minimum and preferably hold a Paediatric first aid certificate.
We are looking for an Early Years Teaching Assistant who: - Is passionate about early childhood development and creating nurturing, stimulating learning environments
- Understands the importance of early years education in closing gaps and ensuring future success
- Builds strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues
- Is proactive, organised, and driven by the desire to make a difference
What we offer: - A collaborative and supportive team, with strong leadership
- Ongoing professional development and opportunities for growth
- A leadership team committed to enhancing well-being
- Enthusiastic, well-behaved children who love learning
- A school culture built on kindness, curiosity, and determination