Fixed Term Until 20th July 2026 due to funded position Hours per week 30 hours per week Weeks per year 39 Term Time Only Salary Grade 5 £25,989-£27,254 actual salary £18,205-£19,091 Located in the heart of Burton-upon-Trent’s vibrant, multi-cultural community, Christ Church Primary School offers an excellent opportunity for you to join our hardworking and dedicated Team. We are seeking to appoint an individual who is energetic, enthusiastic and passionate with a positive work ethic who wishes to bring out the very best in our special educational needs pupils. The Governors of Christ Church Primary School would like to hear from you if you are someone who: - Is proactive - Has a passion for working with young children - Works well in a team - Has a positive attitude - Is caring and patient - Is a hardworking and enthusiastic professional - Has a clear understanding of the primary curriculum Has high expectations of attainment and behaviour Is qualified to NVQ L3 or equivalent - Has experience of working with children with additional needs - Has an understanding of communication difficulties - Has good organisational and interpersonal skills - Has high expectations of learning with the ability to adapt to suit the needs of the child We can offer: Friendly, talented and enthusiastic pupils who are eager to learn A forward thinking school that has excellent relationships with its community Supportive parents and Governors A caring team of colleagues who are committed to providing the best for our pupils A stimulating working environment Opportunities for professional development Prospective applicants are welcome to visit school by prior arrangement. Please contact the school office on 01283 247400 to make an appointment To apply for this post please download the support staff application form and recruitment and monitoring form below in the available Documents Section. Closing Date: Wednesday 5 th November 2025, 12pm Interview Date: Monday 10 th November 2025 Candidates who are shortlisted will be informed by telephone or e-mail Please send completed form to s.smith@christchurch-burton.staffs.sch.uk or post to Christ Church Primary School Dale Street Burton on Trent Staffordshire DE14 3TE “This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment” This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check for regulated activity