Job Introduction
East Wold C of E Primary School
Teaching Assistant L1
G3 (Point 6 - 9) £25,614 - £26,846 pro rata.
Actual annual salary £10,783 - £11,302pa
16 hours per week, 39 weeks of the year
Temporary to the end of the academic year 2026/27 pending the needs of the school.
We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and flexible Teaching Assistant to join our friendly team at East Wold CE Primary School, part of the Spire Federation.
The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting children's learning across the school. The role will include delivering phonics sessions to small groups of children, supporting the development of early reading skills and providing classroom support across different year groups and key stages.
We are looking for someone who is adaptable, enjoys working with children of different ages and is passionate about helping every child to achieve their potential.
The successful candidate will be able to:
• Deliver phonics sessions and support the development of children's early reading skills.
• Provide effective support for teaching and learning across different classes and key stages.
• Support individuals and small groups to develop their knowledge, skills and confidence.
• Assist teachers with the preparation and delivery of engaging learning activities.
• Adapt their approach to meet the needs of children of different ages and abilities.
• Promote positive behaviour, independence and a love of learning.
• Recognise and respond to children's individual needs, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
• Monitor children's progress and share relevant observations with teaching staff.
• Contribute to a safe, caring and inclusive learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and build positive relationships with children and families.
Experience of delivering phonics or supporting early reading is essential. Experience of working across different key stages would also be beneficial.
We can offer:
• A welcoming, friendly and supportive staff team.
• Enthusiastic children who are keen to learn.
• A caring school community rooted in our Church of England values.
• The opportunity to make a positive difference to children's learning across our federation.
Further information and an application form is available from and should be returned to: Mrs C Owen, Bursar, East Wold CE Primary, Station Road, Legbourne, Louth LN11 8LD; E-mail: EWOffice@thespirefederation.co.uk; Telephone 01507 610060. An Application Form can also be down-loaded from our website – www.east-wold.lincs.sch.uk
Closing date: Sunday 29th November 2026 Interviews: Date to be confirmed
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Children Barred list, medical and reference checks. All pre-employment checks are in line with “Keeping Children Safe in Education”. Applicants may be subject to a social media presence check. The ability to converse at ease with people and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.
All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.
