Teaching Assistants (2 posts) St Nicholas C of E Primary School, Kenilworth At St Nicholas C of E Primary School, our vision is clear: Aim high, be courageous, show love and kindness. We are seeking to appoint two skilled and caring Teaching Assistants who will bring this vision to life every day - supporting children to flourish academically, socially and emotionally. Both roles are fixed term until July 2026, working 30 hours 50 minutes per week, Monday to Friday. Salary Scale: TA2 Band F (7–11) – Pro-rata ________________________________________ The Roles Role 1: Early Years Teaching Assistant (Full Time) This role sits at the heart of our Reception provision, where the foundations for learning are built through strong relationships, play and early language. We are looking for someone who is nurturing, enthusiastic and able to create an environment in which our youngest children feel safe to take risks, try new things and aim high from their very first days in school. Experience of EYFS practice, speech and language support and high-quality interaction would be advantageous. ________________________________________ Role 2: Key Stage 1 / Key Stage 2 Teaching Assistant (KS1 Classroom Support – AM / KS2 Writing Interventions – PM) Each morning you will support teaching and learning in a Key Stage 1 classroom, helping children develop confidence, independence and a love of learning. In the afternoons, you will lead small-group KS2 writing interventions, enabling pupils to grow as writers and learn with courage and resilience. This role requires flexibility, initiative and the ability to build trusting, respectful relationships -reflecting our commitment to show love and kindness in all we do. ________________________________________ Who We Are Looking For (both roles) We welcome applications from individuals who: • Hold a recognised and relevant NVQ Level 2 qualification (NVQ Level 3 desirable) • Have GCSE (or equivalent) English and Maths at grades A–C • Have experience of TA work and strong communication and listening skills • Understand SEND and have worked with children with additional needs • Bring secure knowledge of at least one core subject • Understand safeguarding and school policies • Use ICT effectively to support learning • Are proactive, reflective and able to use initiative • Are committed to our vision and to helping children thrive ________________________________________ In return we offer: • A friendly, hardworking team who support each other and aim high together • A wide range of CPD opportunities, including collaboration across the Arden Forest MAT • A warm, caring community where staff and children are encouraged to be courageous, take risks and look after one another ________________________________________ Additional Information St Nicholas C of E Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to enhanced DBS, identity and right-to-work checks. Shortlisted applicants will also be subject to online checks and references. Our Privacy Notice for applicants can be found on the Arden Forest C of E MAT website. ________________________________________ How to Apply Please submit your application using the Arden Forest MAT support-staff application form by 10.00am on 5th December 25. Interviews will take place W/C 15th December 25. Applications should be emailed to: slack.d@welearn365.com If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.