Job Ref No. ECC2261-64S Position Type: Teaching/Child Support Pay Range: Scale 4
Position Start Date: 02/11/2026 Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Fixed
Application Close: 16/10/2026 Midday Date of Interviews: 21 October 2026  

Job Description

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Hours: 20-27.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday
Working Weeks: 38 weeks per year
Pay Scale: Scale 4

Vange Primary School and Nursery are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our wonderful team.

We are looking for someone who is fun, enthusiastic and caring, with a genuine passion for supporting children and prioritising the individual needs of every pupil. The successful candidate will be committed to helping children develop academically, socially and emotionally, while creating a positive, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Teaching Assistant who enjoys working with children across different age groups. The successful candidate may be required to work across EYFS, KS1 and KS2, providing support both within the classroom and, where appropriate, to individual or small groups of pupils.

We are looking for someone who:

Is enthusiastic, approachable and caring.
Has a genuine passion for working with children.
Is committed to supporting the needs and wellbeing of every pupil.
Works well as part of a team and is willing to contribute positively to school life.
Is flexible and able to work across different year groups.
Has a positive attitude and a willingness to learn and develop.


In return, we can offer the opportunity to become part of a supportive, friendly and dedicated school team, where every member of staff plays an important role in helping our children thrive.

If you are enthusiastic, caring and passionate about making a difference to children's lives, we would love to hear from you.

Visits to the school are welcomed and strongly encouraged, please contact the school office to arrange.

Information about the School

Vange Primary School & Nursery is a small, popular school with BIG ambitions! Vange Primary School was judged as Good when inspected in November 2022: ‘The leadership team has maintained the good quality of education in the school since the last inspection……'Pupils are enthusiastic about their learning. ..........Strong friendships form because pupils behave kindly and politely'

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

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Information about the school

Contact Information

D Lester / S Carswell
London Road
Vange, Basildon
Essex, SS16 4QA
Telephone: 01268 552160
Email: admin@vange.essex.sch.uk

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