At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young children's learning in a vibrant KS2 classroom environment.
- Company: Join Pilgrim Primary Academy, part of Reach South Academy Trust.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, pension, professional development, and a supportive community.
- Other info: Opportunities for training and networking across multiple schools.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification and experience in school settings.
The predicted salary is between 25583 - 26403 £ per year.
Pilgrim Primary Academy, Reach South Academy Trust, is seeking to appoint talented and experienced Permanent Teaching Assistant for November 2026.
Post(s): Permanent Teaching Assistant - Term-time only
Location: Pilgrim Primary Academy, Oxford Street, Plymouth PL1 5BQ
Salary Range: Teaching Assistant - Grade C 5-7, £25,583 to £26,403 per annum pro-rata
Actual Salary: £17,844 to £18,415
Hours/Contract: 29 hours per week, term-time only, 39 weeks per year
The Role
Pilgrim Primary Academy is looking for enthusiastic, motivated and committed Teaching Assistants to join our inclusive teaching team. The ideal candidates will be hard working, friendly and outgoing and have relevant experience of working in a school setting, specifically in KS2 classrooms. You will have a passion for supporting young children’s learning and development and enjoy working as part of a team. Please state your experience clearly in your application.
The Person
- Have at least Level 2 Teaching Assistant and/or Level 2 Early Years Qualification (or equivalent)
- Be empathetic towards young people and seek to understand each child’s unique context and support behaviour accordingly, using positive relationships as your foundation
- Have effective communication skills with both children and adults and sound functional skills (reading, writing, numeracy and good spoken English)
- Be eager to work collaboratively in a wider team, adaptable and open to new ideas and practices
- Be a fast and highly flexible thinker, able to deal with change and unpredictability positively with a ‘can-do’ attitude
- Be committed to fully inclusive practices and understand the importance of meeting the needs of the whole child; experience of working with SEN children preferred
Opportunities and Benefits
We offer a competitive salary plus LGPS pension, great career progression and development opportunities, access to our Employee Assistance Programme with many other benefits. There are regular opportunities for professional development and training, and a wider community of staff to network with across the Reach South Multi Academy Trust. You will have the chance to visit other local schools, work alongside a range of outside professionals and take part in a variety of e-learning and face-to-face training.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Each post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Reach South Academy Trust has an Equal Opportunities Policy for selection and recruitment. Applicants are requested to complete the Equal Opportunities Monitoring section of the application form before submitting.
Contact: Mercedes Triscott, Office Manager
Closing date: 30th August 2026
Interview Date: Monday 14th September 2026
To apply: Please visit
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