What is the job role?
Are you passionate about supporting young children at the very start of their learning journey? Do you have the enthusiasm and dedication to help every child thrive? Joseph Cash Primary School is looking for a caring, proactive and reflective Teaching Assistant to join our Reception team and support high-quality early years provision.
We are looking for someone who
- Has experience working with young children, ideally within an Early Years setting
- Has a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
- Is committed to supporting children’s learning, development and wellbeing
- Can build positive relationships with children, staff and families
- Brings energy, patience and a nurturing approach to the classroom
- Works effectively as part of a team and uses initiative when needed
- Is willing to contribute to a stimulating, engaging learning environment
What we offer
- Working within a supportive and collaborative Early Years team
- Opportunities for professional development and training
- A positive and inclusive school environment
- A strong focus on teamwork, wellbeing and continuous improvement
- The chance to make a real difference in children’s early learning experiences
About us
Joseph Cash Primary is a trauma‑informed school that places relationships and wellbeing at the heart of everything we do. Our CARE offer ensures that pupils feel safe, understood and supported so they can thrive academically and emotionally.
Our vision
To empower and inspire pupils to believe in themselves – flourishing today and always.
We develop pupils who
- Show resilience
- Try new things
- Never give up
- Understand others
- Make brave choices
Safeguarding and Equality
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS, all relevant safeguarding and pre‑employment clearances, and the receipt of two satisfactory references.
Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre‑employment check with effect 1 Sept 2022, please note an online search may form part of this recruitment process.
Our workforce data shows that men and people from minority ethnic backgrounds are under‑represented. We encourage applicants from these backgrounds to apply. This does not prevent individuals with or without other protected characteristics as set out within the Equality Act 2010 from applying for this post.
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