Cheddon Fitzpaine Church School
Rowford, Taunton TA2 8JY
HLTA/Teaching Assistant
Full Time - Fixed Term Contract in the first instance
27.5 Hours per week
Mornings TA (16.25hrs) & Afternoons (11.25hrs) HLTA - Monday to Friday
TA Pay Scale - £25583
HLTA Pay Scale - £28142
Actual Salary per annum £17390.79
The pupils, staff and governors are looking to appoint a HLTA/TA to join our friendly and dynamic team from the beginning of September 2026.
We are looking for:
• Someone who is calm, versatile and resourceful
• Has good interpersonal skills and is able to use their initiative as well as working well in a team.
• Previous experience and NVQ Level 2 or above qualification is essential. (Maths & English GCSE grade C or above)
A willingness to undertake the following training:
• Children Protection and Prevent Training
• First Aid Training
• Any Trust directed training
The school is able to offer:
• The opportunity to work with a friendly, helpful environment
• Work with an experienced and dedicated school team
• A caring and innovative environment.
• Commitment to professional development
Our School has a dedicated and experienced team of teaching and support staff. We have strong links with the Church, local community and work in partnership with parents.
Candidates are invited to contact the school and arrange to visit and meet with the Headteacher. If you would like to arrange this, please book an appointment via the school.
Benefits of working for the Bath & Wells Multi Academy Trust include; a generous pension scheme, enhanced sickness and parental benefits and a supportive working environment.
The Bath & Wells MAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS and all relevant pre-employment checks.
Deadline and how to apply
Closing date: 04.09.26
Interview date: 11.09.26
This post will commence: As soon as possible
Please click the 'apply online' button to apply for this role.
Cheddon Fitzpaine CofE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.