Teaching Assistants (CAIRB)
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The Vacancy
Salary: NJC Grade C: £25,989 - £26,403 FTE (This will be paid pro-rata to reflect hours and weeks worked)
Please note that the pro-rata salary for this role is between £16,842 (C6) and £17,111 (C7) gross per annum (subject to change depending on agreed working pattern on appointment)
Working Pattern: One fixed term position and one permanent position working 28 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (Monday to Friday)
Pilton Community College is looking to appoint two enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to work in the communication and interaction resource base (CAIRB).
We have available one fixed term contract from September 2026 to August 2027 and one permanent position starting September 2026.
About the Role
The CAIRB is a specialise provision that supports pupils who are autistic to access the majority of their lessons within the main school. The CAIRB also supports pupils to understand their autism and provides some respite space if pupils become overwhelmed.
You will be working directly with a small number of pupils, there are 12 on roll in the CAIRB. Your role will mostly involve building relationships with these pupils and supporting learning in lessons. You will assist the whole CAIRB team in providing a fully supportive learning environment for these students.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone to be innovative, dynamic, and to put fresh ideas into practice in this popular, thriving school. Our high expectations positively reinforce the highest standards of learning and behaviour at all times and encourage students to show respect for themselves, others, and the world around them.
What We’re Looking For
You must have high expectations of yourself, your colleagues, and students and be committed to creating a stimulating learning environment which challenges everyone to achieve the highest standards. You must be highly organised, with the ability to establish effective learning opportunities and support outstanding lessons, encouraging our students to be the best they can.
Essential
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Experience working with or supporting children or young people
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Basic understanding of adolescent development and learning needs
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Awareness of safeguarding responsibilities
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Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
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Ability to build positive relationships with both students and adults
Desirable
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Experience supporting young people with SEND
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Understanding of secondary‑phase curriculum expectations
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Additional training in learning strategies or specific SEND needs
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NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in a relevant qualification
Why Join Us?
You will become part of a dedicated team working to ensure every child has the opportunity to thrive. We offer:
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A supportive and collaborative working environment
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Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development
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The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to young people’s lives
If you have the ability to inspire, motivate, challenge and support students to ensure they make good progress - we would like to hear from you.
This role requires an enhanced DBS disclosure.
To apply for this role please submit your application online; your supporting statement should outline your suitability for the post.
The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 17th July 2026, interviews will be held on Tuesday 21st July 2026.
Successful applicants will be subject to an online search.
The Harbour Schools Partnership require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.
The Harbour Schools Partnership
The Harbour Schools Partnership is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and an enhanced disclosure is required for this post.
Our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy is available on the relevant school website.
Our Vision
At Pilton Community College, we are a successful 11-16 mixed comprehensive school whose student-centred philosophy demonstrates our commitment to enabling every student to achieve their potential by fostering a culture where students believe that success is for all.
We have a strong ethos based on traditional values which underpin everything that we do. Our high expectations always positively reinforce the highest standards of learning and behaviour, encourage students to show respect for themselves, others, and the world around them. The development of positive relationships and student ownership of all aspects of school life are essential ingredients that make Pilton Community College special.
We believe that:
” Your character and attitudes to others will determine your success in life alongside your academic qualifications.” Steve Jobs
The opportunities and support that we provide enable our students to develop these key characteristics and become confident young people who contribute to our local community.
Exciting time to join Pilton CC
As a school we are proud of the journey that we have been on and the way we have recently secured an ‘Ofsted Good’ grade across all areas. We have increased our links and collaboration with other schools both within Devon and across the country. A relational approach is at the heart of what we do, as we believe this has a long-term impact on the success of all students from across our community.
Wellbeing
Mental health and well-being are cornerstones of the school. We offer all staff a Worklife Balance Day. As a Trust we have adopted the ‘Mindful Employer Charter’ https://www.mindfulemployer.dpt.nhs.uk/.
Our ‘buddy system’ gives all staff a support person from across the school.
Core Values
The Harbour Schools Partnership believes that our values drive our behaviours which in turn create the culture of an organisation. Our core values are:
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