Job Introduction
Spires Federation
Executive Headteacher: Miss D Winters
Teaching Assistant (Service)
Based across Digby CE Primary, Dunston St Peters and Nocton Community Primary
To start - ASAP (November 2026)
17 hours 15 mins per week. (3 days per week – 8:45am – 3:00pm)
Temporary till end of the Summer Term 2027 (31st August 2027)
Pay Grade G3 point 6 -9 (£10,196 - £ 10,686 Approx Gross)
Spires Federation is seeking a dedicated, empathetic and proactive Teaching Assistant (Services) to provide pastoral, emotional and practical support to children from Armed Forces families.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of pupils who may experience unique challenges associated with military service, including parental deployment, transitions, mobility, separation and reintegration.
Working closely with pupils, families, school staff and external agencies, you will help ensure that military-connected children feel safe, supported, valued and able to thrive both academically and emotionally.
Term time only – 38 weeks per year (an additional 3 days are required for training – total 39 weeks)
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We are looking for someone who:
• Has previous experience working within a primary or secondary school setting.
• Has experience working with children, young people or families.
• Understands the challenges faced by military and Armed Forces families.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Can build positive relationships with pupils, parents and staff.
• Is compassionate, resilient and solution-focused.
• Can provide targeted emotional and pastoral support.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.
We can offer:
• A welcoming and supportive school community.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A rewarding role where you can make a meaningful impact.
• The opportunity to work as part of a dedicated pastoral and inclusion team.
You are warmly encouraged to come and visit our schools.
If you would like further information regarding this role, please contact the School Office on 01526 320234 (Nocton) or via email recruitment@spiresfederation.co.uk
An application form is available from the Spires Federation website, https://www.spiresfederation.co.uk/Vacancies.asp
Closing Date: Monday 9th November 2026
Interview scheduled for: Thursday 19th November 2026
Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of this advertisement should we identify an appropriate candidate.
Digby CE Primary, Dunston St. Peter’s and Nocton Community Primary Schools are part of the Spires Federation, and this contract of employment means you are requested to work across the three schools.
The Spires Federation has a clear commitment to Child Protection and Safeguarding Children. and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All pre-employment checks carried out are in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education and are subject to an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check, evidence of proof of right to work in the UK as well as other routine recruitment checks.
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.
All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.
