The job requirements are detailed below.
Winsley Church of England Primary is a vibrant and exciting place to learn and work, situated at the heart of the community in Winsley Village. We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our supportive and dedicated team to work 18.75 hours per week on a fixed term contract until 31 August 2027. This role is ideal for an individual passionate about making a positive impact on children's learning and development in a primary school setting.
The successful candidate will help create a positive and safe learning environment, supporting pupils of varying abilities, including those with Special Educational Needs (SEN) to support teaching and learning activities within the classrooms.
The ideal candidate will have:
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Experience working with children of a relevant age group in an educational or childcare setting.
- Minimum of GCSEs (grades 9 to 4 / A* to C) in English and Maths (or equivalent).
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and active listening skills.
- Patience, adaptability, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- A compassionate and positive attitude, with a commitment to getting the best outcomes for all pupils.
As a Trust we can offer;
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A friendly, supportive and committed staff team who care deeply about providing the best education possible for our children; all our staff are members of strong networks across the Trust who share thinking, best practice and problem solve together.
- A well-resourced school environment.
- Benefits including an employee assistance programme, cycle to work scheme, flu vaccinations, free eye care vouchers, local government pension scheme.
This is a fixed term vacancy working 18.75 hours per week, term time only plus one INSET paid at Grade D4 (actual salary £10,752 per annum) based at Winsley Primary School. Monday and Friday mornings in Years 5/6, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings until 2pm in Years 2/3.
Visits to our school are welcomed, our children and staff would be delighted to meet you before the formal interview process. Please telephone the school office on 01225 863365 to arrange a mutually convenient time. Please go to the vacancy details that are available on our website, where you will find a job description and also where you can submit your application.
Closing Date: Midnight, Sunday 5 July 2026
Interviews: Thursday 9 July 2026
Commencement date: September 2026
Please complete your online application, using the job description and person specification to support your application, explaining how you meet the requirements of the role by the closing date.
