Teaching Assistant Level 1

Contract Type:
Fixed Term

Working Hours:

Full Time, 35 hours per week

Number of positions: 1

Qualifications

Required:

Maths & English GCSE or equivalent

Start Date:

1st December 2026

Salary: £22,000 per annum

To support access to learning and provide general support for the school in the management of pupils and resources, as directed by senior staff.

• Experience of working with or caring for children of a relevant age
• Numeracy/literacy skills (at a level equivalent to NQF Level
  2)
• Completion of the Teaching Assistant Induction Programm
• Ability to relate well to children and adult
• Ability to work as part of a tea
• An understanding of the role of the Teaching Assistant and other professionals working in the classroom
• Ability to use relevant technology eg photocopier
• Understanding of national/foundation stage curriculum and other basic learning programmes/strategies
• Basic understanding of child development and learning
• Willingness to undertake minor first aid training as appropriate

• Tact and diplomacy in all interpersonal relationships with the public, pupils and colleagues at work.
• Self motivation and personal drive to complete tasks to the required timescales and quality standards.
• The flexibility to adapt to changing workload demands and new school challenges.
• Personal commitment to ensure that the provision of support is equally accessible and appropriate to meet the diverse needs of the pupils.
• Personal commitment to continuous self-development.
• A commitment to school improvement.
• Be willing to consent to and apply for an enhanced disclosure to a CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) check

• A mindful employer
• Passionate about school improvement
• Inclusive, nurturing, welcoming and friendly
• An environment which encourages children to meet their full potential and develop skills for life
• An excellent staff team committed to achieving high standards, working in harmony
• Committed to continuous professional development

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, younger learners and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. The above post will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here.

This post is also subject to satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 and other pre-employment checks where applicable.

We strive to create a fair and inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy, and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation