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Warren Hills Community Primary School is looking for an exceptional Teaching Assistant.
Are you passionate about making a difference in children’s lives?
We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant and inclusive school community due to an exciting project that we are embarking upon. In this rewarding role, you will support the transition of children from our nurture class into mainstream classrooms, helping to ensure a smooth and positive experience. Working as part of a fabulous, child-centred team, you will play a vital role in creating a nurturing environment where every child feels valued, supported and inspired to thrive.
The post will start as soon as possible. Initially a fixed term contract until the end of the academic year 2025/26, this will be reviewed in line with the school’s requirements for the academic year 2026/27.
The role could be based in any of the year groups across the school.
The Salary
Grade 6 £25,995-£26,409(actual 0.6303 FTE £16,384 -£16,645).
The Hours
27.25 hours per week 39 weeks per year
8.48-12.00 and 1.00-3.15
Warren Hills is a single form entry school. We are a friendly and caring community school that has developed a nurturing approach across the different phases of the school. We are proud to have an attached nursery and self-funded nurture class. There is a strong focus on mental health and wellbeing, having a counselling service in school alongside ELSA counsellors and a Family Support Worker. We hold the National Nurturing Schools Award. Staff and children have strong links with local primary schools within the Coalville Collaborative group of schools.
We are looking to appoint a teaching assistant who
*Is passionate about developing children across the primary age-range.
*Is a motivated team player with high expectations
*Is an outstanding practitioner, committed to raising standards
*Has the ability to creatively inspire all children to reach their potential
*Has an interest in the nurturing aspects of our school
* Leads by example and is keen to progress professionally
* Has high expectations of attainment and behaviour
* Has a good sense of humour
We can offer
*Happy and enthusiastic children who are keen to learn
*A friendly, caring and dedicated staff team and environment
*Governors who support the work of the school and work as a team
*Exciting CPD opportunities and excellent training
Visits to the school are welcome and actively encouraged.
Applications close at 12:00 noon on Monday 13th October, 2025 with the date for interviews expected to be Wednesday 15th October, 2025.
Warren Hills Primary School and Nursery is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate would be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check.
Application instructions
At Warren Hills Community Primary School we take Child Protection very seriously. We will ask you for:
- A DBS check
- Proof of identity & qualification
- Evidence that you can adhere to our Child Protection Policy.
Following KCSIE changes we will also carry out online searches as part of due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
Please apply via etaeach, post or e-mail. An application form is available from the school on request.
Safeguarding Statement
Warren Hills Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Due to this post having access to children, candidates will be required to undertake a Criminal Record and Right to Work Check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided.
We are committed to promoting equal opportunities.