Old Clee Primary Academy
Recruitment
Teaching Assistant
Temporary fixed term contract until 31st August 2027
SCP3 (£25,614 FTE) £20,207 actual - Term Time Only
Working Hours: 34.75 hours per week (Mon-Fri 08:15-15:30 + 1hr p/w for meetings)
We are looking to appoint an outstanding, committed and motivated Teaching Assistant to join our academy.
At Old Clee Primary Academy we focus on preparing children for life. We do this by delivering an imaginative, creative and inspiring curriculum which motivates children to want to learn, while developing their transferable skills. We want every child to be a SUPERB citizen, a confident communicator, discerning and kind hearted. We want them to challenge themselves and be highly motivated to achieve their best while working towards being independent.
The role would ideally suit someone ready for an exciting journey and challenge, with experience as a Teaching Assistant or working with children within Early Years/KS1.
Main purpose
The Teaching Assistant (TA) will under the guidance and direction of teaching/senior staff: (this does not always mean in the same location as the teacher and can mean working alone in a separate work space/part of the school)
- Provide learning and care support for pupils with special educational needs (SEN)
- Work with the teacher to plan and deliver activities
- Support pupils with routines, transitions and behaviour management
- Be responsible for effective phonic delivery and assessment of large/small groups where applicable
- Be responsible for effective intervention delivery and assessment of large/small groups where applicable, adapting plans according to children’s need in order to make an impact
For further duties and responsibilities please refer to our job description
Closing date for applications: Midday on 5th November 2026.
Old Clee Primary Academy School is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers are subject to an enhanced DBS check, two satisfactory references and, for teachers, a prohibition check.