Teaching Assistant (VNOPS26)

Exeter School is the leading co-educational day school in the Southwest, educating over 1,000 pupils aged 3-18. The School is looking to appoint a well qualified and enthusiastic  Teaching Assistant (full-time during term time) to teach in our thriving junior school. 

Exeter Junior School, nestled within a larger campus, preserves the intimate and inviting atmosphere of a small junior school amid expansive grounds and excellent facilities. The prospective candidate will join an expert team overseeing approximately 200 pupils. Classes in the junior school are compact, ensuring the maintenance of elevated academic standards.

The role involves developing a clear understanding of each pupil’s unique learning support needs, supervising and providing tailored assistance both one-on-one and in group settings. The successful candidate will ensure a safe and inclusive environment where all pupils can access learning activities, while building positive, constructive relationships and interacting with pupils in ways that respect and respond to their individual needs. Specific qualifications, experience and/or training should be made clear on your application, and all will be advantageous in the application process. 

The role will attract a competitive salary as well as generous benefits including employer pension contribution, free school lunch during term time, free on-site parking, and use of indoor swimming pool and fitness suite.  

The closing date for applications is 4 p.m. on Friday 13 June 2025. We anticipate that interviews will be held on Monday 23 June 2025. Applications must include a completed Exeter School application form. For safeguarding purposes, a CV alone is not sufficient.

Exeter School is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from any appropriately qualified person. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Employment is subject to the receipt of two satisfactory references provided specifically for this post and addressed to the school, and to satisfactory DBS clearance. 

This post falls into the category of Regulated Activity. Exeter School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service

Specific qualifications, experience and/or training should be made clear on your application, and all will be advantageous in the application process. The school is willing to provide access to training courses for the successful candidate.