Teaching Assistant

We are looking to appoint One Level 2 Teaching assistants at Christ Church CofE Primary School. The start date for this role will be Tuesday 1st December 2026. This will be a permanent role, 5 hours a week (One day to be discussed with successful candidate), term time only. This role is paid at Grade 3 SCP 4-5, Actual salary £3034.81 - £3152.48 The successful candidate must be passionate about working with young children.  We wish to appoint a teaching assistant who is conscientious and compassionate and has high expectations and aspirations for all pupils. We are looking for someone who: Has a good understanding of child development and pedagogy

Has high expectations and aspirations for children in their care

Is able to motivate and inspire pupils through both 1:1 and small group work

Is enthusiastic, resourceful and committed to ensuring the highest possible standards of pupil achievement and personal development, supporting every child to flourish in all aspects of their life

Has experience of the needs and support strategies required to engage and motivate children in their learning

Is willing to contribute to the life of our school and our community

Has a commitment to their own personal and professional development

Is able to work effectively as part of a team

This is an exciting opportunity to join a fantastic team which shares an ambition to provide the best possible environment in which to educate our children.  In return we can offer: A highly supportive induction period

Enthusiastic and friendly children who are keen to learn

Excellent opportunities for professional development

An opportunity to be a member of our exceptionally supportive, knowledgeable and dedicated staff team

High expectations for children and staff

Online Checks In line with KCSIE (Keeping children Safe in Education) 2026 we will complete online searches (including publicly available social media profiles) as part of our due diligence on all shortlisted candidates. If anything is identified as part of these checks they will be discussed with you at interview. If any safeguarding concerns are identified we reserve the right to withdraw your application.

Elements Diocesan Learning Trust, and Christ Church C of E 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.  All appointments are subject to satisfactory references and clearances, including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). This means that certain convictions and cautions are considered 'protected' and do not need to be disclosed to employers and, if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. More information can be found here: Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975 - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)