Teaching Assistant


Company:	eTeach UK Limited
Salary:	£24,426 - £25,313
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Salisbury, SP1 3UT
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	7 Oct 2026
Closing date:	6 Nov 2026

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Summary

‘Strive Pride Independence Resilience Excellence Support’As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting pupils both academically and emotionally, helping to create a positive, engaging, and nurturing learning environment where every child can thrive. Working closely with teachers and the wider school team, you will provide support that enables pupils to overcome barriers to learning and develop confidence, independence, and resilience.What You'll Be DoingAs a Teaching Assistant, you will:Support pupils in their learning both within the classroom and through individual or small group interventionsAssist teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive lessonsHelp create a safe, positive, and stimulating learning environmentSupport pupils' social, emotional, and behavioural developmentEncourage positive relationships and promote pupil wellbeingWork collaboratively with teaching staff and other professionals to meet individual pupil needsContribute to implementing individual learning and support plansMaintain accurate records where required and support educational reviewsPromote positive behaviour through a nurturing and trauma-informed approachThis role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people by helping them develop the skills, confidence, and resilience they need to succeed.About The Spires SchoolThe Spires School is committed to delivering high-quality education within a supportive and nurturing environment. We understand that every child is unique and strive to provide personalised learning experiences that help pupils achieve positive outcomes academically, socially, and emotionally.Our approach focuses on building positive relationships, understanding individual needs, and creating opportunities for every young person to reach their full potential.Your DevelopmentAt Five Rivers, we are committed to investing in our people and supporting professional growth through:High-quality training and development opportunitiesRegular supervision and supportAccess to specialist educational trainingOpportunities to contribute to school development initiativesCareer progression pathways across the organisationHoursFull TimeMonday: 8:30am – 4:30pm Tuesday: 8:30am – 4:30pm Wednesday: 8:30am – 5:00pm Thursday: 8:30am – 4:30pm Friday: 8:30am – 4:00pmTotal Weekly Hours: 39.5Why Join Five Rivers?Five Rivers is a leading social enterprise dedicated to transforming the lives of children and young people.As part of our team, you will benefit from:Generous annual leave entitlementOngoing learning and development opportunitiesGold Investors in People accreditationSimplyhealth Medical Cash Back SchemeBlue Light Card discountsEmployee Assistance ProgrammeEnhanced company pension schemeRefer a Friend bonus schemeLong service and recognition awardsSupportive leadership and management teamOpportunities for career progression across the organisationMost importantly, you will join a team that is passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people.RequirementsTo be considered for this role, you will ideally have:Experience working with children and young people in an educational settingA genuine passion for supporting pupils to achieve their potentialExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsThe ability to build positive and supportive relationshipsA patient, flexible, and resilient approachGood organisational skills and attention to detailA commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of childrenExperience working with children who have additional needs or within a specialist educational setting would be advantageous but is not essential.Apply TodayIf you are a committed and compassionate Teaching Assistant looking to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people, we would love to hear from you.Due to the needs of our pupils, we are looking to recruit as soon as possible and therefore reserve the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received.Safer RecruitmentFive Rivers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to undergo appropriate safeguarding checks, including satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender identity, or age.

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