- Higher Level Teaching Assistant
- Multiple SEND Teaching Assistant positions
- Forest School Lead
- Lunchtime Supervisor / Play Worker
Location: Somerton, Somerset
Contract type: Part time, term time only
28.75hrs per week, Monday to Friday
Contract term: Permanent Position
Salary: Grade 12 Point 12 - 19
(pro rata, based on Full Time Equivalent of £28,598 - £32,061)
At King Ina C of E Academy, we are seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to lead and support the learning within our academy. You will be required to support the learning environment and the delivery of lessons through work set by teachers and prepared by yourself.
This rewarding role will suit someone with experience of working with a range of young people and who has knowledge of different teaching styles to engage all students. You will possess a working knowledge of school pastoral systems and be highly motivated, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
You will:
- Be required to support the learning environment and the delivery of lessons through work set by teachers.
- Be a reflective practitioner
- Be prepared to work across different age groups
- Be solution focused and positive in meeting the social and emotional needs of our young people and open to innovative ways of working
- Have the ability, drive and resilience to nurture the emotional health and well-being of young people
- Contribute to resourcing of the curriculum
- Organise and run intervention programmes
- Teach lessons across the whole curriculum
- Have successful experience in a school setting
King Ina Church of England Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share in this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. Further information about the disclosure can be found at www.gov.uk/government/organisations/disclosure-and-barring-service/about
In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023, shortlisted candidates will be subject to online searches as part of due diligence checks.
We are an equal opportunities employer and committed to ensuring all applicants will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation.
To obtain a recruitment pack, including an application form and job description, please visit the school website www.kingina.somerset.sch.uk, Key Information, Job Vacancies.
All applications should be returned electronically to Mrs Lisa Watts, Lisa.Watts@kingina.co.uk
Start Date: As soon as possible
Apply by: Apply by 9am on Friday, 12th December 2025
Interviews: Tuesday, 16th December 2025
Dates: Apply by 9am on Monday, 8th December 2025
Location: Somerton, Somerset
Contract type: Part time, term time only
Contract term: Temporary, linked to SEND funding
Salary: Grade 15 Point 3 – 4 depending on experience
(pro rata, based on Full Time Equivalent salary range £24,796 - £25,185)
At King Ina Church of England Academy we are looking for SEND Teaching Assistants to work 1:1 with pupils with an Education Health Care Plan.
The post requires experience of supporting learning across the curriculum and supporting pupils with their social, emotional and mental health needs.
Post A:
5 afternoons per week, 1pm – 3:15pm Monday to Friday
Post B:
4 afternoons per week, 1pm – 3:15pm (days TBC)
Post C:
4 days per week, 8:50am – 3:15pm (with an unpaid 1hr break for lunch each day) Tuesday to Friday
You will:
- Be a reflective practitioner
- Be solution focused and positive in meeting the social and emotional needs of our young people and open to innovative ways of working
- Have the ability, drive and resilience to nurture the emotional health and well-being of young people
- Contribute to resourcing of the curriculum
- Preferably have successful experience in a school setting
Job shares would be considered for these posts.
We welcome visits to the school. Please contact the school office on 01458 272587 to arrange an appointment.
To obtain a recruitment pack, including an application form and job description, please visit the school website: https://www.kingina.somerset.sch.uk, job vacancies are listed under the Key Information tab. All applications should be returned electronically to Lisa Watts via email to: Lisa.watts@kingina.co.uk
Start Date: As soon as possible
Closing date: 9am on Monday, 8th December 2025
Interview date: Friday, 12th December 2025
Dates: Apply by 9am on Wednesday, 7th January 2026
Location: Somerton, Somerset
Contract type: Part time, term time only
11.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday 1.00pm– 3:15pm
Contract term: Fixed Term until August 2026, due to staff/curriculum restructuring
Salary: Grade 12 Point 12 – 19, depending on experience
(pro rata, based on Full Time Equivalent salary range £28,598 - £32,061)
King Ina Academy Primary School is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Forest School Lead to join our positive and supportive team. The successful candidate will be passionate about outdoor learning and possess the motivation and teamwork skills necessary to inspire our students across Reception, Key Stage 1, and Key Stage 2, as well as leading sessions for our pupils with additional needs
The successful candidate will:
seek to develop emotional resilience, personal and social pupil skills including but not limited to, raising self-esteem, assessing & managing risk, and developing teamwork and leadership skills. This will be achieved through a varied programme such as: · Team building activities · Forest school based activities · Any other activities personalised to the pupil interests and developmental needs
We are looking for someone who:
- Has a Level 3 Forest School qualification
- Is creative and fun.
- Has the ability to build positive relationships and inspire pupils.
- Has excellent communication, both written and verbally.
- Has a good understanding of the current statutory and regulatory guidelines related to outdoor learning.
- Can be encouraging and adaptable, so all of our pupils participate with forest school activities.
- Plans a range of age appropriate outdoor activities including games and crafts.
- Can ensure Health & Safety requirements are met.
- Has a positive approach to behaviour support, viewing all behaviours as communication.
Visits to the school are highly recommended. Please contact our office team on 01458 272587 or email office@kingina.co.uk to make arrangements.
King Ina Church of England Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share in this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. Further information about the disclosure can be found at www.gov.uk/government/organisations/disclosure-and-barring-service/about
In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023, shortlisted candidates will be subject to online searches as part of due diligence checks.
We are an equal opportunities employer and committed to ensuring all applicants will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation.
To obtain a recruitment pack, including an application form and job description, please visit the school website: https://www.kingina.somerset.sch.uk, job vacancies are listed under the Key Information tab. All applications should be returned electronically to Lisa Watts via email to: Lisa.watts@kingina.co.uk
Start Date: January 2026
Closing date: 9am on Wednesday, 7th January 2026
Interview date: Monday, 12th January 2026
We are looking for an enthusiastic and reliable Lunchtime Supervisor / Play Worker to join our existing team.
The successful candidates will be required to ensure pupils’ safety and well-being at all times and to adhere to school procedures and policies. The role will involve assisting with meal times and supervising children during play times, facilitating a safe, healthy and happy lunchtime for our pupils.
Permanent Position
Part Time, Term Time Only
3 hours per week: Wednesdays, Thursdays & Fridays, 12 noon to 1pm
Pay Grade 16, Scale Point 2 @ £12.65 per hour + holiday pay
Local Government Pension Scheme benefits
A job share would be considered for this post. Please state in your application if you are applying for a job share position, stating your availability.
King Ina Church of England Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share in this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. Further information about the disclosure can be found at: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/disclosure-and-barring-service/about
We are an equal opportunities employer and committed to ensuring all applicants will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation.
In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023, shortlisted candidates will be subject to online searches as part of due diligence checks.
If you are interested in the above position please visit the school website: https://www.kingina.somerset.sch.uk where the job description and application form is available. Job vacancies are listed under the Key Information tab. All applications should be returned electronically to Lisa Watts via email: Lisa.Watts@kingina.co.uk
Start Date: January 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter
Closing date: 9am on Monday, 8th December 2025
Note – We reserve the right to interview and offer to a strong candidate prior to closing date. It is strongly recommended that candidates submit their application as soon as possible.