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[261109] Nursery Teaching Assistant
Stuart Road Primary Academy
Source: UK Teaching Vacancies API · original listing ↗
Source date: 11/9/2026
About this role
Stuart Road Primary Academy, Reach South Academy Trust is seeking to appoint a Nursery Teaching Assistant to join the School on 05/01/2027 Post: Nursery Teaching Assistant Location: Stuart Road Primary Academy, Palmerston Street, Stoke, Plymouth, Devon, PL1 5LL FTE Salary Range: NJC Grade C (5 to 7); £26,427 - £27,274 Actual Annual Salary: £20,657 - £21,319 Contract Type: Permanent / part time, term time only (39 weeks per year) Contract Hours: 32.5 per week, Monday to Friday About the role: The successful candidate will be part of a strong teaching team, supporting learning for 3 to 4 year olds in the Early Years setting of the school. The teaching assistant role will work under the direction of the Early Years Lead to support children's learning, development and welfare within the nursery setting. About the successful candidate: The successful candidate will be able to take direction and process information quickly and confidently, and be able to show initiative and ‘think on their feet’. A teaching assistant role at the school requires empathy, encouragement whilst having a high level of expectation for children’s learning outcomes and learning behaviours. About the School We are a single form entry school based in a wonderful Victorian building situated in the Stoke area of the city. We have a strong focus on a community approach to everything we do. At Stuart Road Primary Academy, we strive for academic excellence whilst ensuring that every child feels safe and secure and is supported to do the best they can. We follow the Cornerstones Curriculum model which enables us to offer stimulating, knowledge rich, experiential learning opportunities that engage the children in their learning. Our aims include promoting an ethos of support, co-operation and respect for others; providing a safe, secure and challenging environment where all opinions are valued. Preparing our children to become well-informed, active global citizens with our children leaving school with enquiring minds, and the desire for further knowledge. Providing opportunities for children to succeed, to achieve their true potential and to take pride in their achievement, while taking pleasure in the success of others. The Academy has a PAN of 210. About the Trust We are a family of schools working in partnership for the benefit of all our pupils and students. We believe our charitable aim, to advance education, is best achieved through collaboration, both within the Trust and beyond. We operate 21 academies across Devon, Cornwall, Dorset, Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, serving learners aged 3 to 19. Alongside our primary, all-through and technical provision, we are proud to include a strong and integral network of seven special schools and one alternative provision setting. These settings are a vital part of our community, providing inclusive, high-quality education for pupils with a wide range of needs, including complex learning profiles, autism, and social, emotional and mental health needs, as well as those who benefit from a more personalised approach. Together, we are committed to helping every young person thrive. Those we recruit are able to demonstrate that they share our values, are highly motivated to work with colleagues, within and beyond their school, to continuously develop their skills and pursue professional excellence. Next Steps If you think this role may be for you and want to be involved at this exciting time in our development and have any questions about the position, please get in touch by calling the Recruitment team on 07759365064 or emailing us at recruitment@reachsouth.org. Closing date: for applications is 22/11/26 Interview Date: Interviews are provisionally booked for 03/12/26 To apply for this opportunity, please complete our online application form by clicking ‘apply now’ on the advert. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date. Therefore, an early application is strongly advised. 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. We’re proud of how we support our staff in order that you have high levels of job satisfaction, are aware of the difference you are making for the children and families you work with and can see your contribution towards our community. There are regular opportunities for professional development and training, and a wider community of staff to network with within 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.