Part-Time Teaching Assistant

Grade 2 or Grade 4, Dependant on experience
Permanent
Part Time
10.5
Sutton on Trent Primary and Nursery School, Sutton on Trent, NG23 6PD
Closing Date
10 June 2026 23:55

Work pattern: Part time. 10.5 hours (to be worked over 3 mornings 8:30am – 12pm)

Headteacher: Mrs J Hutchinson 
NOR: 131 including nursery
Required: 1/9/26
We are seeking to appoint a new Teaching Assistant to join our hardworking and dedicated staff team.

We are looking for a candidate who:

  • Is a strong team member who works well with others.
  • Has experience of working with children and has high aspirations for their achievement.
  • Can demonstrate a positive and enthusiastic attitude, promoting a love of learning. 
  • Has excellent communication skills.
  • Demonstrates a good standard of written and spoken English.
  • Has the capability work with individuals and groups of children to support learning

We will provide:

  • Committed, highly skilled and supportive colleagues
  • A friendly and caring work environment
  • Polite, hardworking and enthusiastic pupils

There are opportunities within school to pick up additional hours on fixed term contracts, supporting pupils with SEND.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and should be made by contacting the school office on 01636 821286 or by email office@sutton-on-trent.notts.sch.uk.

Key dates:

  • Candidates shortlisted for interview will be notified on Thursday 11th June 2026
  • Interviews will take place on Friday 19th June 2026

Sutton-on Trent Primary and Nursery school is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of our pupils. All candidates will be asked to demonstrate an understanding of safeguarding children and to complete an enhanced DBS check.

To apply, please download the attached application form and return to the school office - office@sutton-on-trent.notts.sch.uk

• 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.