About

• Salary: Grade D, £13.05 - £13.47 per hour
• Hours of work: 12 hours per week, over two days
• Contract type: Temporary, linked to a child
• This is not a Wiltshire Council vacancy therefore please contact Palladian Academy Trust for further information.

A bit about us

• The Palladian Academy Trust is a community of schools, each with its own ethos, that enjoy a mutually enriching partnership. Our Trust includes both church and community academies working closely together, all connected by a shared vision for our pupils: ‘excellent and equitable opportunities so everyone can flourish.’
• Churchfields, the Village School is a thriving two site rural Church of England primary school, based at Atworth and Monkton Farleigh villages. Both sites teach in mixed-age classes with an all through primary age range at both bases. Both sites are easily accessible from Bristol and Bath.

All about the role

• An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our friendly team. We are seeking an enthusiastic, creative and highly motivated part-time 1 to 1 teaching assistant to join our wonderful school family at Churchfields, the Village School.
• We are proud to be a diverse workforce where everyone plays a vital role. Working primarily under direction of the Class Teacher and the SENDCo you will support a student with planned learning activities and programmes on a 1:1 basis.
• This is a rewarding role where you will be supporting a young person on their educational journey, inspiring them to break barriers and communicating with parents to establish positive home/school relationships.

We are looking for exceptional individuals that can demonstrate

• A dedication to making a difference to young people’s lives and educational journey.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to connect with students and colleagues.
• Flexibility and adaptability to thrive in diverse classroom environments.
• A commitment to continual learning and growth.
• The vision and values of Churchfields The Village School and the Palladian Academy Trust.
• Experience in an educational or similar setting is an advantage but not essential. Palladian Academy Trust are keen to hear from candidates keen for a rewarding and purposeful career change who feel strongly about achieving equitable outcomes for all.
• This is a temporary contract linked to a named child, working 12 hours per week, 8.30am to 3.00pm with an unpaid 30-minute break, over two days (paid for 6 hours per day). The post is term time only plus one INSET.

Find out more and apply

• If you are passionate about education and our core purpose of working to support pupils to be their best selves, then Palladian Academy Trust are keen to hear from you.
• Please complete your online application, using the job description and person specification to support your application, explaining how you meet the requirements of the role by midnight, Sunday 11 January 2026.
• Applications: Please return your application through the website.https://www.palladianacademytrust.com/ Then go to “work with us”, then click on Vacancies
• Closing Date: Midnight, Sunday 11 January 2026
• Interviews: Thursday 15 January 2026
• Commencement date: As soon as the pre-employment checks are completed
• Visits to our school are welcomed, our children and staff would be delighted to meet you before the formal interview process. Please telephone the school office on 01225 703026 to arrange a mutually convenient time.
• This 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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