Teaching Assistant
30 hours per week, Part Time
Fixed Term until 31st August 2027
Term Time Only, 43.89 weeks per year
We have an exciting opportunity for a strong candidate to support teaching and learning at Warton St Paul’s C of E Primary Academy. This role is varied, and we are looking for an adaptable, flexible and resourceful individual who is able to cope in a high‑pressure environment and deal with constantly changing priorities. The successful candidate will join us at an exciting time in the life of our school and assist in meeting the personal, social and educational needs of our children.
Job Requirements
- Working with the class teacher to deliver excellent teaching and learning
- Coaching children on a 1:1 or group basis
- To embrace and support our clear Christian values underpinning school life
- Accompanying groups on trips
- Supporting assessment and evidencing learning
- Working with the teacher to create stimulating classroom displays and learning resources
- Maintaining a safe and positive environment for all learners
- Creating opportunities for all learners to reach their potential, irrespective of ability
What We Offer
- Flexible, term‑time hours
- The opportunity of working within a supportive, friendly environment in this well‑run and respected school
- Good opportunities for personal and career development
- Eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Access to health and wellbeing support for you and your family
- Employment within a Trust committed to equality of opportunity and nationally and locally negotiated pay arrangements
- Terms and conditions protected through a formal trade union recognition agreement with all the major education and support staff unions, and supported through regular JCNC meetings
- Access to employee benefits and rewards through Perkbox
- Cycle to work scheme
The Right Candidate Will Have
- GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above
- Previous childcare experience
- A proven ability to work on their own initiative
- A high level of communication skills and the ability to relate positively to children and adults
- The ability to use relevant technology/equipment
- A can‑do attitude
- A commitment to the happiness, well‑being, self‑esteem and progress of everyone at the school.
As per Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, a pre‑employment safe recruitment check will be conducted on shortlisted candidates.
The above post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory check supplied by the Disclosure & Barring Service. The check will include any cautions, reprimands or final warnings as well as convictions.
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