Job Introduction
Temporary (1 Sept 2026 – 31st Aug 2027)
Appointment Type: Term Time Only
20 hours per week (5 afternoons 1-5 pm)
The Governing Body at North Scarle Primary School are seeking to appoint a dedicated, enthusiastic and flexible Teaching Assistant to work primarily within our mixed age class of Early Years and KS1 pupils every afternoon. However, the hours within this role also include a commitment to lead and deliver the school’s afterschool provision, from 3.15pm – 5pm, available to all children in the school (max. capacity 15).
We are extremely proud of our small and inclusive school community. North Scarle is a nurturing, joyful, and aspirational environment where every child is known, valued, and encouraged to achieve their full potential.
Our Class 1 team are fundamental in providing high quality, personalised learning and support that enables our youngest pupils to flourish both academically and socially and sets them on their journey of success through our school.
Safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do at North Scarle. We are looking for a committed practitioner who shares our unwavering dedication to the wellbeing of every child and who will contribute positively to our whole school vision and values.
The successful candidate will become an integral member of our team, working closely with teachers, leaders, and families to remove barriers and champion the success of all learners.
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
• A commitment to safeguarding
• Excellent communication skills
• A desire to inspire and motivate our children to reach their full potential
• Positive and supportive relationships with staff and pupils
• An adaptable and flexible attitude! Essential in a small school!
• Embraces collaborative working and is willing to share good practice
• A sense of fun to learning
We can offer you:
• A welcoming, friendly, happy school with small class sizes
• An opportunity for excellent CPD
• Enthusiastic, well-motivated, well-behaved children
• A caring, supportive team of adults committed to raising standards
• An Ofsted judged ‘Good’ school (June 2025)
This is a temporary role for a year to support changes to the structure of the school and may be extended. This post is for 20 hours per week (term time plus non-contact days).
Visits to the school, prior to submitting an application, are both welcomed and encouraged.
When interviews are taking place, we will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.
Closing date for applications: Wednesday 15th July 2026 (by Noon)
Interviews to be held on: Tuesday 21st July 2026
Application forms are available from Mrs Palmer, school administrator, on (01522) 778724 or email abbie.palmer@northscarleprimary.co.uk
For further information about the school please do not hesitate to get in touch. You can also visit the school’s website www.northscarleprimary.co.uk
North Scarle 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. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and employment references.
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.
