Overview
Needwood CofE VA Primary School (part of John Taylor Multi Academy Trust) is seeking a Teaching Assistant and Lunchtime Supervisor to join as a permanent part-time role. This position may suit a combined role for one person. Start date: Monday 5th January 2026.
The post is a joint appointment to support a pupil in our school. If you are only interested in one aspect of the role, please indicate which position on your application form.
Responsibilities
* Have a passion for working with children.
* Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Demonstrate patience, empathy and a positive attitude.
* Be able to work independently and as part of a team.
* Be flexible, adaptable and dependable.
* Have a desire to continuously develop professionally.
Role Details
* TA Role: 19 hours per week, term time only, plus 6 INSET days. Mon 10:00–12:00; Tue–Fri 10:00–12:00 and 13:15–15:30.
* TA Salary: Grade 4 (SCP5-6): £25,583-£25,989 per annum pro rata. Actual TA salary: £11,408.11-£11,589.16 per annum.
* LTS Role: 6.25 hours per week, term time only. Mon–Fri 12:00–13:15.
* LTS Salary: Grade 2 (SCP3): £24,795 per annum pro rata. Actual LTS Salary: £3,618.61 per annum.
* John Taylor Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people; pre-employment checks apply.
What we offer
* A genuinely supportive and welcoming school community.
* Opportunities for effective professional development.
* Opportunities to work with children who are highly motivated and well behaved.
* A “family” school rooted in Christian values and our vision “Hand in hand with God, we love, learn and achieve.”
“The whole school experience is centred around nurture, inclusivity, celebrating differences and developing pupils to be the best they can be” (Ofsted, Nov 2024). If you share our vision, you will have the opportunity to be part of a successful and progressive Trust focused on learning.
How to apply
If you would like to discuss these roles, please contact Donna Preston, Head of School, or Matthew Baxter, Executive Headteacher, by emailing nps-office@nps.jtmat.co.uk or by calling 01283 575216. We warmly welcome candidates to visit the school on one of the following dates: Monday 20 October 11:00, Wednesday 22 October 13:00, Thursday 23 October 15:45.
Completed application forms should be emailed to nps-office@nps.jtmat.co.uk. Only fully completed application forms will be submitted for shortlisting. CVs will not be accepted.
Closing date and interviews
Closing date: 9:00am on Monday 3 November 2025. Selection/Provisional Interview: Thursday 13 November 2025.
Important notices
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). Some convictions/cautions are considered ‘protected’ and do not need disclosure. Guidance is available on the Ministry of Justice website. If shortlisted, an online search may be carried out prior to interview. Please review our Privacy Notice for Job Applicants and our Safeguarding Policy on the school website. Pre-employment checks include an enhanced DBS check.
John Taylor MAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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