Teaching Assistant Level 2/3

Fixed Term
Part Time
22.50
12 Months
Kneesall C of E Primary School, School Lane, Newark, Nottinghamshire, NG22 0AB
Grade 2 (£22,366-£23,114) pro-rata, Grade 3 (£23,500-£24,294) pro-rata

The Governors of Kneesall C of E Primary School are looking to appoint a level 2 or 3 temporary, part-time, Teaching Assistant (22.5 hours per week) to join our hardworking and dedicated staff team as soon as possible. 

The position is suitable for someone who wants to develop their skills in supporting children within a classroom setting, whilst also running small intervention groups as directed by the class teacher or SENCO. The role will include working with pupils on a one to one basis or in small groups, sharing good practice with colleagues and advocating needs and adjustments to professionals where possible, whilst upholding our Christian ethos. 

Kneesall C of E Primary School is an inspirational place with a true sense of belonging to something special. We are a warm, friendly and vibrant school that is built on an ethos: ‘Together We Achieve’. We have high expectations for all and a belief that every child will be successful both academically and as lifelong learners. As a Church of England school, our students and staff create a nurturing community that we are extremely proud of. We believe in investing in our staff and we offer excellent career, training and professional development opportunities.

We can offer you:

•  A fantastic working environment, in a team that works together for the benefit of children in our school
•  Fantastic children who love coming to school and who we are very proud of
•  Support to develop you within this role, to be the best you can be, and to help you develop for your next career step
•  An opportunity to be part of a supportive and driven team
•  The opportunity for quality continuous professional learning
•  A varied job where no day is the same!
•  An organisation committed to supporting and enabling all staff

We are looking for someone who:

•  Is passionate about working with children and puts the children’s needs and well-being before anything else
•  Is interested in education and impacting on the lives of children.
•  Has knowledge and experience of supporting children in their learning
•  Has excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
•  Can work effectively with and without direction.
•  Enthusiasm, energy, integrity, and professionalism.
•  Is a team player. 
•  Has an eye for detail.
•  Is willing to roll up their sleeves up and get stuck in.

If you would like to arrange a visit to school please telephone the school office on 01623 861069. Application forms and further details are downloadable from this advertisement or available on the school website https://www.kneesallcofeprimary.com/

Please email completed applications to: office@kneesall.notts.sch.uk

Shortlisting: Monday 22nd April
Interviews to be held: At a mutually agreed time


• We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.

• All posts in Primary, Secondary and Special Schools are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. All posts in schools, unless stated otherwise, are suitable for a job share arrangement.

• The County Council encourages applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation. for posts within County and Controlled Schools and in Colleges.

This vacancy is closed to applications.