Teaching Assistant

We are seeking an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant, who will be instrumental in driving pupil progress and supporting well-being across the school. Collaborating closely with teachers, you will help maintain an enriching, secure, and accessible learning environment. By providing targeted support where it’s needed most, you will eliminate learning obstacles and enable high-quality whole-class support. This position requires excellent communication, resilience, and a commitment to nurturing our pupils.

• Delivering one-to-one or small-group interventions in core subjects like reading, writing, and phonics to help pupils of all abilities.
• To facilitate and encourage a learning experience which provides pupils with the opportunity to accelerate with their learning.
• Providing tailored assistance to pupils with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) or identified learning, behavioral, or physical difficulties.

• Has experience working in a primary school environment.
• Outstanding organisational skills to ensure efficient and effective implementation of the role.
• Able to establish good working relationships with a wide range of people - pupils, colleagues and parents

At Wood Field Primary we are committed to providing the best possible education for all pupils. We place a child’s happiness at the heart of all we do. We believe our children can achieve whatever they dream of by working hard, being resilient and taking risks - our potential is limitless!

At Greenshaw Learning Trust, collaboration sits at the heart of everything we do. As part of our family of schools, you'll benefit from shared expertise, high-quality professional development and opportunities to grow your career across the Trust.

We offer our staff:

• Professional development and career progression
• Generous pension scheme
• Blue Light Card
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Gym discounts
• Free eye tests
• Cycle to work scheme
• Being part of a supportive and ambitious organisation

The closing date for receipt of applications is 13th October 2026. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.

We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know.

Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.