At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children's learning and create a fun play environment during lunchtime.
- Company: Corsham Primary School, a caring and inclusive community.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, supportive team, and a positive work environment.
- Other info: Temporary role until August 2027 with excellent opportunities for personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while enjoying a collaborative atmosphere.
- Qualifications: Strong teamwork and communication skills; experience with children is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 13547 - 13981 £ per year.
Salary & Compensation
- Teaching Assistant: £13,547-£13,981 per annum
- Lunchtime Playworker/Classroom Technician: £2808 per annum
Working Hours
- Teaching Assistant: 23.75 hours per week, full time
- Lunchtime Playworker/Classroom Technician: 5 hours per week
Contract
Temporary Fixed Term until 31st August 2027
Location & Contact
This is not a Wiltshire Council vacancy; please contact Corsham Primary School for further information.
About the School
Corsham Primary School is located in the picturesque Wiltshire market town of Corsham, near Bath, and is arranged over two sites located at either side of the town. Pound Pill site offers 14 classes and the Broadwood site houses 10 classes, both supporting children from Reception to Year 6. At Corsham Primary, we believe that all children matter and have the right to the very best, in order to fulfil their potential. Our happy Corsham Primary family prides itself on having high expectations for learning and behaviour, enabling everyone to enjoy learning and succeed. Our school values of ‘Caring, Positive and Stimulating’ underpin our ethos, alongside a broad and balanced enquiry‑led curriculum which challenges children to be curious. Corsham Primary was one of the original founding schools to create Pickwick Multi Academy Trust in August 2017 and strongly believes in a collaborative approach to learning that encourages the sharing of best practice to enhance the education and outcomes of all the children in our Trust.
Role Overview
We are looking for a friendly and flexible individual to join our team in a combined role as Teaching Assistant and Lunchtime Playworker/Classroom Technician at Corsham Primary School (Broadwood site). You will support children's learning in the classroom, help provide a safe and enjoyable play environment at lunchtime, assist with practical classroom activities, and contribute to a positive and inclusive learning environment. Strong teamwork, initiative, and excellent communication skills are essential, and you will work closely with class teachers and the wider school team.
The successful applicant will support a community where everyone is encouraged to reach their potential, work together toward shared goals, feel valued, enjoy a positive environment, and build relationships founded on kindness and trust.
Please note: Both roles are interlinked so if the employee resigns from one, they will have to resign from the other simultaneously.
Working Hours & Pattern
- Lunchtime Playworker/Classroom Technician – 5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, working 38 weeks per year (term time, excluding TD days)
- Teaching Assistant – 23.75 hours per week, Monday to Friday, working 38 weeks per year (term time, excluding TD days)
- Teaching Assistant – 8:45 am – 11:45 am and 1:15 pm – 3:00 pm
- Lunchtime Playworker/Classroom Technician – 12:15 pm – 1:15 pm
How to Apply
Applications can be submitted through the following link:
Dates
- Closing date (and time): 31st August :00pm
- Interview date: 8th September 2026
- Commencement date: ASAP
- End date: 31st August 2027
Declarations
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. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants must disclose all spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands and warnings that are not ‘protected’ under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020). An enhanced DBS check will be required for the successful applicant.
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