Teaching assistant

Oin Our Exceptional Team at Inkberrow Primary School Teaching Assistant (TA2) – Permanent Position Hours: 16.25 hours per week (Mornings Only) Grade: TA2 (£9,652.47 - £9,805.65 actual salary) Contract: Permanent Start Date: 1st September 2026 Closing Date: 29th June 2026 Interview Date: Monday 6th July 2026 Inkberrow Primary School is a small school with big ambitions where children thrive in a caring, nurturing environment and are inspired to achieve their very best. Our recent Ofsted inspection recognised the school as outstanding in all areas describing Inkberrow as a place where pupils flourish, expectations are exceptionally high and relationships truly matter. We are seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic and caring Teaching Assistant to join our exceptional team on a permanent basis The Role This exciting opportunity will be based primarily within Year 6, supporting pupils as they prepare for the next stage of their education. The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher to: Deliver targeted interventions to address gaps in learning. Support individual pupils on a 1:1 basis where required. Assist with learning across the whole class. Help pupils develop confidence, independence and resilience. Contribute to maintaining our high standards of achievement and behaviour. Support pupils in securing the key knowledge and skills needed for a successful transition to secondary school. This is a varied and rewarding role requiring flexibility, initiative and a genuine passion for helping children succeed. What We Are Looking For We are seeking someone who: Holds a Grade C/Grade 4 or above (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics . Has experience of working with primary-aged children, ideally within a school setting. Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Can build positive and supportive relationships with children, staff and parents. Has high expectations for all pupils and a commitment to inclusion. Is patient, adaptable and committed to helping every child achieve their potential. Works effectively as part of a team whilst also showing initiative and independence. Why Join Inkberrow? At Inkberrow, we pride ourselves on being a school where: Children are enthusiastic learners who enjoy coming to school. Staff work collaboratively and support one another. Professional development is valued and encouraged. Every member of staff plays an important role in shaping children's futures. Relationships are strong and children are known as individuals. As Ofsted noted, "not a moment is wasted in ensuring that pupils are well prepared for the world around them." What We Offer A welcoming and supportive staff team. Enthusiastic, polite and well-behaved pupils who love learning. Opportunities for professional development and career progression. A positive and caring school community. The opportunity to make a genuine difference to children's lives every day. Safeguarding Inkberrow Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check, online checks and satisfactory pre-employment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. How to Apply If you are passionate about supporting children to achieve their very best and would like to become part of our outstanding school community, we would love to hear from you. Come and help us continue our journey of excellence at Inkberrow Primary School – where children are inspired to love learning and learn to care.