Job Introduction
Newton on Trent Church of England Primary School requires a Teaching Assistant Level 1.
This is currently a temporary post until July 2026.
27.5 hours over 5 days. Term time only.Grade 3 £24,027 - £25,183 pro-rata (equated pay)
We are a small village primary school, with a distinctive family, caring environment with only 69 pupils on roll. We are looking to appoint a new member into our staff team to carry out a range of duties, varying from small group work interventions, to supporting individual children with their learning in line with their EHCP.
We are looking for someone who:
• has excellent standards of English and maths
• has a level 3 early years qualification
• works in a calm, supportive and caring manner and demonstrates persistence and patience at all times
• has an understanding of teaching phonics, English and maths
• ideally has experience of delivering learning intervention programmes with small groups of children
• has good communication, interpersonal and organisational skills• is able to deliver learning support planned by the teacher and SENCO
• can work as part of a team
• will consistently act as a role model for all of our children
• has experience of working with children with social, communication or behavioural needs
• has experience of working with early years.
The successful applicant will:
•be committed to the role
• communicate effectively with pupils, parents, staff, and other professionals
• have a sense of humour, lots of energy, and a positive, enthusiastic attitude
• want to make learning exciting and fun
• show a willingness to 'go the extra mile', and get involved in the wider life of the school, including being flexible with hours where required• be self-motivated, flexible and adaptable
• want to learn and develop their existing skills
• accompany children on off-site activities which enhance learning and development
• assist at playtimes and lunchtimes as required.
Application packs are available from Mrs Michelle Nicholds, Senior Administrator. Contact 01777 228365 or Michelle.Nicholds@newton-on-trent.lincs.sch.uk. Visits to the school are welcome, and encouraged. Please contact Mrs Nicholds to arrange.
Closing date for applications: Wednesday 9th July. Interview date Monday 14th July. Please ensure the contact details you give for referees are current and accurate.
Newton on Trent Church of England Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.All posts will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks. All Pre-employment checks undertaken are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education”.
Newton on Trent Church of England Primary School, High Street, Newton on Trent, Lincs LN1 2JS27.
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.
