Teaching Assistant; Level 1

Teaching Assistant (Level
1)

Annual Salary: £20,279 – £22,099 (CLF Grade B, based on hours and week worked).
Full Time Equivalent Salary: £25,941 – £28,275 (CLF Grade

B).
Contract Type: Permanent.
Hours: 33.75 hours per week – Part Time, Term Time Only plus Inset days.
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday.
Potential

Start Date:

1 September 2026.

• Support students in accessing the curriculum and achieving their full potential by using a range of effective strategies and techniques.
• Deliver planned learning activities and teaching programmes, adapting approaches in response to individual student needs.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support high‑quality teaching and learning, focusing on measurable academic progress and students’ social and emotional development.
• Engage students and manage behaviour on a one‑to‑one or small group basis.

• Experience or willingness to work in a single form entry school.
• Understanding of classroom roles and responsibilities and how a teaching assistant supports students in their learning.
• Strong interpersonal skills with empathy and active listening.
• Good planning and organisational skills for learning activities and support materials.
• Relevant qualification: NVQ Level 2/3 in supporting teaching and learning (or equivalent). First aid qualification encouraged.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and workplace safety.

• Access to a generous pension via the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Generous annual leave.
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing commitment to wellbeing and career progression through training, apprenticeships and in‑role development opportunities.
• Well‑being support through the Employee Assistance Programme.
• Health benefits, including wellness sessions, gym discounts, and flu jabs.
• Generous family leave options, including above‑industry average occupational maternity pay.

We are an equal opportunity employer and proud to serve a diverse student population. Over 65% of our pupils are from global majority groups; we especially encourage applicants from these groups.

As part of our commitment to Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), we do not accept CVs – a full education and employment history must be provided through our application form.

We do not offer visa sponsorship for this role.

We are a Disability Confident Commitment Employer; we welcome and support applicants with a disability, including neurodivergent candidates, and provide adjustments to support the application or interview process.