Vacancy
Teaching Assistant Element
Scale D - £12,286 to £12,481 (Actual Annual Salary)
Permanent
20.75 Hours Per Week - Term Time Plus One Week
Cover Supervisor Element
Scale E - £2,750 to £2,931 (Actual Annual Salary)
Permanent
4.5 Hours Per Week - Term Time Plus One Week
Total salary - £15,036 to £15,412 (Actual Annual Salary)
We are seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic, and flexible Teaching Assistant and Cover Supervisor to join our supportive and inclusive primary school team.
This is an exciting dual role for someone who enjoys working with children, supporting learning across the school and confidently leading classes when required.
The Role
As a Teaching Assistant, You Will
Support pupils' learning in class, in small groups, or on a one-to-one basis
Work closely with teachers to support the delivery of engaging lessons
Help create a positive, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment
Support pupils with additional needs, ensuring they can access the curriculum.
As a Cover Supervisor, You Will
Supervise whole classes during the short-term absence of the class teacher
Deliver pre-planned lessons and activities across the primary age range
Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies
Ensure a safe, calm, and productive learning environment.
We Are Looking For Someone Who
Has experience working with children in a school or educational setting
Is confident supervising a class and managing behaviour effectively
Has good communication and interpersonal skills
Is adaptable, organised, and able to use their initiative
Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Personal qualities are of paramount importance and the person appointed will be expected to display patience, enthusiasm, energy, good humour, flexibility and reliability. The ability to work independently and as part of a team is essential.
Further information about the academy can be found on our website:
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Closing Date: Friday 27 February 2026
Interviews date: Thursday 5 March 2026
This Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is likely to come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) 2009 Regulations; therefore, successful candidates will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether disqualified under these regulations. Applicants must be prepared to undertake an Enhanced DBS check. Right to Work in the UK will need to be established. We are an equal opportunities employer.