Teaching Assistant

Vacancy Summary

Teaching Assistant

Salary: Band 5, SCP 5 - 6, £25,583 Full Time Equivalent

Hours of work: Monday - Friday 8.30am - 3.30pm, 32.5 hours per week, term time only

Fixed Term - Temporary to 31st August 2027

Vacancy Information

We are looking for a fabulous Teaching Assistant to work in school across Key Stage 2 from 1st September 2026.

The successful candidate will ideally have previous experience working in a primary setting. The role is very varied and will include: working one to one with children with special educational needs, with small groups of children and also in class as a general teaching assistant. Lunchtime play support is also part of this role as we continue to develop our outdoor play offer.

We need someone who:

• Is passionate about supporting all children to achieve and enjoy their school life

• Is able to adapt learning to increase interaction and participation
• Is keen to be part of a proactive, highly motivated school team
• Has a “can do” attitude and is able to work on their own initiative

In return we offer:

• The chance to learn at an outstanding school where children always come first
• A training package to support the new member of staff with their new role
• Happy, confident, enthusiastic and hardworking pupils who are eager to learn and who enjoy their time at school
• A friendly, welcoming and talented team of committed staff
• A supportive and focussed governing body
• Excellent links with parents and the wider community

If you think you have what it takes to be part of our team, we would love to hear from you. 

We very much encourage visits into school for all interested candidates. Please call our Business Manager, Victoria Lister on 01943 862739 to arrange this.

Closing Date: 12 Noon, Monday 8th June 2026

Interviews will take place week commencing 15th June 2026

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