Teaching Assistant

Job description

Teaching Assistant

Salary or Hourly Rate

£27,709 to £30,515

Type of vacancy

Fixed Term

Work pattern

Full Time

Duration

Until 31st August 2027

Work Base

Carr Hill Primary and Nursery School, Retford, DN22 6SW

Additional Documents

Closing Date

09 October 2026 23:55

We are looking for a teaching assistant who is friendly and adaptable and who enjoys using their initiative, is keen to develop pupils' learning and willing to get involved in the wider life of the school. This role will include class support, including leading group work/some PPA Cover (all duties are subject to change as per the requirements of the role). Please see Grade 4 TA Job Description.

Have the ability to relate well to children and adults, understanding their needs and being able to respond accordingly. Good communication skills including good skills of written and verbal communication and an ability to practice active listening.

Qualifications
• Equivalent to GCSE English and Maths or Level 2
• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Personal qualities
• Ability to develop good working relationships with colleagues, children and families
• Ability to work creatively and independently
• Enthusiasm, flexibility and self-motivation

Duties will include, but will not be limited to:

• 1:1 and small and larger group work
• PPA Cover
• Working in the classroom and implementing programmes of support designed to meet pupils' needs
• To prepare learning materials appropriate to the needs of the pupils
• To regularly record and update information about the pupil's progress and in particular about support issues
• To work effectively, maintaining team confidentiality and feedback as appropriate
• To attend regular team meetings as required. Ensure the maintenance of a clean, orderly and safe working environment
• Assist teacher with learning activities ensuring health and safety and good behaviour of pupils
• Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety, security and confidentiality reporting all concerns to an appropriate person to ensure pupils' wellbeing
• Attend regular staff and team meetings as required

Visits to the school are warmly encouraged. To arrange a visit and meet the team please contact us using the contact information below.

Application forms and further information are available from the school website or by contacting the School Business Manager, Jema Betts on 01777702948 or

Closing Date for applications: 9th October 2026
Interviews: 14th October 2026

IND2
• 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.