Farnsfield St Michael's Church of England Primary VA School
Nottinghamshire
Salary:
Grade 3 Scale Points 5 to 7 - Salary will be pro-rated based on the number of hours and weeks worked per year e.g. £21,980 to £22,684
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
05 January 2026
Apply by:
31 October 2025
Job overview
Teaching Assistant - EYFS
Permanent
Term Time Only
32.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 9am to 3.30pm
Grade 3 Scale Points 5 to 7
Salary will be pro-rated based on the number of hours and weeks worked per year e.g. £21,980 to £22,684
In January, Farnsfield St Michael's C of E Primary School are excited to welcome children to the school in the term after they turn 4. This has been so popular that we need a new member of staff to join our team in our Foundation Stage unit.
What are we looking for?
* Someone with the training and confidence to hit the ground running, but who will also be keen to learn from and with us.
* Someone who is passionate about early years, who wants the children in their care to have the best possible first experience of school.
* Someone who will see themselves as part of the whole school and be keen to contribute more widely.
But most of all…
* Someone who loves working with children.
What will your key responsibilities be?
* Working closely with the class teacher to help our new children settle into the new routine.
* Supporting the children in accessing the provision, playing and talking alongside as they develop their skills.
* Taking a small group for a story or sounds and number activities.
* Noting your observations of the children to assess their progress over time.
* Supporting the teacher in keeping the space safe, tidy and inviting for their children, building on their interests.
Farnsfield St Michael's C of E Primary School is a happy and caring school to be part of, in a lovely rural setting. Our children take pride in their school and are eager to support the staff team in making their school the best it can be.
The successful candidate will be committed to supporting and contributing to the school ethos of 'love to learn, learn to love'.
The closing date for applications is Friday 31st October 2025
Interviews will be held Friday 7th November 2025
To apply for this role please complete a MITRE application form, available through TES, and refer to the Guidance notes for applicants for further information on the application process.
Minster Trust for Education is a multi-academy trust of 11 primary and secondary schools which has at its core a collaborative model of leadership and a belief in sharing expertise while unerringly pursuing the best education for its pupils. Together we help every child to flourish, opening doors to fulfilling futures.
The Trust is founded on 5 key principles that apply to pupils, students and employees alike. They are:
Integrity - we do the right thing
Wisdom - we think deeply
Kindness - we care about each other
Collaboration - we are better together
Service - we pursue the greater good.
We seek to employ people who not only demonstrate these values but are also invested in our mission and truly wish to make a difference through their contribution, whatever the specific role.
The Minster Trust for Education is committed to safeguarding children and the promotion of equal opportunities for staff and students. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check and complete a KCSIE Declaration.
Please call the school office or visit our website for more information.
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About Farnsfield St Michael's Church of England Primary VA School
Farnsfield St Michael's Church of England Primary VA School
Branston Avenue, Farnsfield
Nottinghamshire
NG22 8JZ
United Kingdom
Welcome to Farnsfield St Michael's CofE Primary School. Our school motto is: 'love to learn, learn to love'. Our mission is to instill a passion for learning in all our children; teaching them to work together and follow our commandment: 'love one another as I have loved you' John 15:12.
This motto is at the heart of all that we do and is underpinned by our 7 Rainbow Values: acceptance, honesty, happiness, perseverance, forgiveness, responsibility and respect. We teach the children the importance of these values and how they can live by these to shape the future, creating a better world for all.
As stated in our most recent SIAMS inspection, 'This is a school where lives are transformed because its vision and values enable pupils and adults to flourish.'
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