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Be the person who helps a child believe they can.

At Alphington Primary School, we know the moments children remember most are often the ones where they felt safe, valued and truly believed in.

The warm welcome at the classroom door. The encouragement to keep trying. The adult who notices when a child is struggling – and helps them find their confidence again.
These moments matter.

We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistant to join our warm and welcoming school. Someone who understands that supporting children is about far more than learning alone – it’s about building confidence, nurturing curiosity and helping every child feel they belong.

At Alphington, we strive to provide the very best environment for children to aspire, achieve and flourish. We are proud of our caring and inclusive ethos, where every child is known as an individual and relationships with families are genuinely valued.

Visitors often comment that our ethos can be felt the moment they walk through our doors. Our school is full of warmth, creativity and ambition. We believe academic excellence and emotional wellbeing go hand in hand, and our broad, balanced and exciting curriculum helps children grow into happy, confident learners with enquiring minds.

We are looking for someone who:

• genuinely enjoys working with children and building positive relationships
• brings calmness, kindness, resilience and a sense of humour
• believes every child deserves to feel successful
• can support children with a wide range of needs and personalities
• is proactive, adaptable and willing to get stuck in
• reflective and driven to get a little better everyday
• wants to be part of a collaborative, caring school community
• ideally has an understanding of the upper KS2 curriculum

In this role, you will:

• support pupils in class, in small groups and sometimes on a 1:1 basis
• help children access learning and develop confidence and independence
• work closely with teachers to deliver engaging and inclusive learning experiences
• support children’s social, emotional and behavioural development
• celebrate progress – from the smallest breakthrough to the biggest achievement
• contribute to a calm, safe and purposeful learning environment
• build positive relationships with families, colleagues and the wider school community
• play an active part in school life, trips, events and enrichment opportunities

In return, you will join a dedicated and welcoming staff team who care deeply about the children and each other, in a school where kindness, community and opportunity sit at the heart of everything we do.

Because for some children, the right adult really does change everything.
Become part of our journey by completing our application form and returning it to hr@elatschools.com if you would like to apply. Please ensure you fully complete the supporting statement – this will be reviewed as part of the shortlisting process. Please see our Teaching Assistant Job Description for further information.

Closing Date: 16th October 2026
Interview Date: 21st October 2026

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, this role involves directly working with children and significant contact with children, and therefore we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Please ensure a full work history is completed in your application form, including any gaps of employment. Applicants will be required to complete a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check for this post prior to commencement. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. The Trust is an equal opportunities employer.

If successfully shortlisted the HR Department will also be conducting an individual online search of your ‘name, education and employment’, to demonstrate due diligence following ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ guidance. The search will not form part of the actual shortlisting process and any concerns arising from the search will be discussed directly with you.

Safeguarding Information

We are a people-focused organisation with strong principles of enabling every child and adult within our Trust to thrive. We have high aspirations for all our children, regardless of their starting point, and in turn, expect our staff to have high aspirations of themselves. We believe that our strength lies in working together and using our collective skills and expertise to benefit the children in our schools.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We encourage you to read our Safeguarding Policy before applying. We will ask for references and conduct an online search for all shortlisted candidates. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. This role also requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.

Our Safeguarding policy can be accessed via the link below.

Job Advert (pdf)  |  Job Description (pdf)  | Application Form (pdf)

Be the person who helps a child believe they can.
At Bowhill Primary School, we know the moments children remember most are often the ones where they felt safe, valued and truly believed in.

The warm welcome at the classroom door.
The encouragement to keep trying.
The adult who notices when a child is struggling – and helps them find their confidence again.
These moments matter.

We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistant to join our warm and welcoming school in Years 5 and 6. Someone who understands that supporting children is about far more than learning alone – it’s about building confidence, nurturing curiosity and helping every child feel they belong.
At Bowhill, our CARE values of Community, Aspiration, Responsibility and Environment are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to be a school where children are known as individuals, families are valued partners, and staff work together to create the very best opportunities for every child.

As a member of the Bowhill team, you will join a supportive and collaborative staff community where everyone is united by a shared commitment to helping children thrive. You’ll be part of a school where relationships matter, successes are celebrated, and every day brings the opportunity to make a lasting difference to a child’s life.

We are looking for someone who:

• genuinely enjoys working with children and building positive relationships
• brings calmness, kindness, resilience and a sense of humour
• believes every child deserves to feel successful
• can support children with a wide range of needs and personalities
• is proactive, adaptable and willing to get stuck in
• reflective and driven to get a little better everyday
• wants to be part of a collaborative, caring school community
• ideally has an understanding of the upper KS2 curriculum

In this role, you will:

• support pupils in class, in small groups and sometimes on a 1:1 basis
• help children access learning and develop confidence and independence
• work closely with teachers to deliver engaging and inclusive learning experiences
• support children’s social, emotional and behavioural development
• celebrate progress – from the smallest breakthrough to the biggest achievement
• contribute to a calm, safe and purposeful learning environment
• build positive relationships with families, colleagues and the wider school community
• play an active part in school life, trips, events and enrichment opportunities

In return, you will join a dedicated and welcoming staff team who care deeply about the children and each other, in a school where kindness, community and opportunity sit at the heart of everything we do.

Because for some children, the right adult really does change everything.
Become part of our journey by completing our application form and returning it to hr@elatschools.com if you would like to apply. Please ensure you fully complete the supporting statement – this will be reviewed as part of the shortlisting process. Please see our Teaching Assistant Job Description for further information.

Closing Date: 14th October 2026
Interview Date: 21st October 2026

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, this role involves directly working with children and significant contact with children, and therefore we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Please ensure a full work history is completed in your application form, including any gaps of employment. Applicants will be required to complete a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check for this post prior to commencement. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. The Trust is an equal opportunities employer.

If successfully shortlisted the HR Department will also be conducting an individual online search of your ‘name, education and employment’, to demonstrate due diligence following ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ guidance. The search will not form part of the actual shortlisting process and any concerns arising from the search will be discussed directly with you.

Safeguarding Information

We are a people-focused organisation with strong principles of enabling every child and adult within our Trust to thrive. We have high aspirations for all our children, regardless of their starting point, and in turn, expect our staff to have high aspirations of themselves. We believe that our strength lies in working together and using our collective skills and expertise to benefit the children in our schools.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We encourage you to read our Safeguarding Policy before applying. We will ask for references and conduct an online search for all shortlisted candidates. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. This role also requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.

Our Safeguarding policy can be accessed via the link below.

Job Advert (pdf)  |   Job Description (pdf)  |  Application Form (pdf)

Every child deserves a teacher who believes in them before they believe in themselves

At Ide, we believe great teachers do far more than teach lessons. They inspire confidence. They spark curiosity. They help children discover strengths they never knew they had.

The moments that matter most in education are often the quiet ones. The child who finally puts their hand up. The reluctant learner who begins to believe in themselves. The pupil who feels truly seen, understood and valued.

These moments happen because of exceptional teachers.

Teachers who bring warmth, energy and creativity into the classroom. Teachers who set high expectations whilst showing compassion. Teachers who understand that relationships are at the heart of learning.

If that sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.

About Ide

At Ide Primary School, we are proud to be a small, welcoming village school where every child is known, valued and encouraged to flourish. Set at the heart of our community on the edge of Exeter, we combine the warmth and close relationships of a local school with the opportunities and support that come from being part of Exeter Learning Academy Trust.

We believe children learn best when they feel safe, inspired and connected. Through high-quality teaching, enriching experiences and strong partnerships with families, we nurture confident learners who are curious about the world, kind to others and ambitious for their future.

We are looking for someone who:

• believes every child can succeed and thrive
• builds positive, trusting relationships with children and families
• brings enthusiasm, creativity and passion to teaching and learning
• creates engaging learning experiences that inspire curiosity and a love of learning
• has high expectations whilst understanding that every child is unique
• is reflective, ambitious and committed to continual professional growth
• values teamwork, collaboration and shared success
• has a good sense of humour and values the unique strengths of a small school community

In this role, you will:

• create a safe, inclusive and inspiring classroom environment
• deliver high-quality teaching that enables every child to make excellent progress
• support children’s academic, social and emotional development
• nurture confidence, independence and resilience
• work closely with colleagues to provide exceptional learning experiences
• build strong partnerships with families and the wider school community
• celebrate achievements and help children recognise their own potential
• play an active role in the wider life of the school

Why join Ide?

Because this is a school where relationships matter.

A school where children are encouraged to be curious, ambitious and confident learners. A school where kindness, creativity, perseverance and respect are valued alongside academic achievement.

We are proud of our supportive team culture and our commitment to ensuring every child receives the very best opportunities to learn, grow and succeed.

If you want to make a genuine difference, believe in inclusion and belonging, and would like to be part of a school community that cares deeply about children and one another, we would love to hear from you.

To apply, please complete our application form and return it to hr@elatschools.com.

Closing Date: Friday 9th October 2026
Interview Date: Monday 19th October 2026

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, this role involves directly working with children and significant contact with children, and therefore we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Please ensure a full work history is completed in your application form, including any gaps of employment. Applicants will be required to complete a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check for this post prior to commencement. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. The Trust is an equal opportunities employer.

If successfully shortlisted the HR Department will also be conducting an individual online search of your ‘name, education and employment’, to demonstrate due diligence following ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ guidance. The search will not form part of the actual shortlisting process and any concerns arising from the search will be discussed directly with you.

Safeguarding Information

We are a people-focused organisation with strong principles of enabling every child and adult within our Trust to thrive. We have high aspirations for all our children, regardless of their starting point, and in turn, expect our staff to have high aspirations of themselves. We believe that our strength lies in working together and using our collective skills and expertise to benefit the children in our schools.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We encourage you to read our Safeguarding Policy before applying. We will ask for references and conduct an online search for all shortlisted candidates. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. This role also requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.

Our Safeguarding policy can be accessed via the link below.

The following amendments were made in August 2021 to the determined policy for 2022-23 to comply with the revised School Admissions Code 2021: priority for children adopted from state care outside England was added to oversubscription criterion 1; wording added to reflect that decisions on in-year admissions must be sent to a parent within 15 school days; provision added for Hard to Place children; advice added regarding applications for overseas children.

Consultation for 2023-24 admissions arrangements

Devon County Council is the admissions authority for our schools. We are taking part in the annual consultation on admissions arrangements organised by Devon County Council. This consultation takes place between 1 November 2021 and 7 January 2022 and can be accessed by viewing the policies page on our schools’ and Trust websites.

Please find attached the latest edition of our Trust newsletter. We have had a busy few months with lots going on. During this time the Trust has undertaken a very rigorous and robust recruitment exercise to appoint the Trusts Chief Executive (CEO) and details of the new appointment are included within the letter.

We would like to take this opportunity to sincerely thank Justin Stone who has been our acting CEO for the past two years for all he has done. Justin has worked so hard for the benefit of all our children and been absolutely amazing during this time. He really has gone above and beyond and was instrumental in establishing the Trust and getting us to where we are now and we truly are very grateful.

Kind regards

ELAT Board of Directors

SUMMER NEWSLETTER (pdf)

Throughout the week, all classes participated in a variety of different sports and different coaches were invited in to deliver taster sessions.

A big thank you to the following sports clubs and organisations that kindly came in and took part:

• Premier Sport
• Isca Hockey Club
• Exeter University Tennis
• Scrum Kids
• Chance to Shine Cricket
• Bikeabaility
• Jenny Dell Yoga
• Rugby Tots
• Rob Baxter from Exeter Chiefs
• Exeter Golf and Country Club
• South West Athletics
• Cofton Holidays

Ide has been awarded the School Games Gold Mark Award, in recognition of commitment to competition among pupils.

The School is ‘delighted’ with the government-led award, which asked that it fulfil criteria in participation, competition, workforce and clubs.

Thankyou to Miss Downing for all all her hard work

We hope they have a great time

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