Teaching Assistant - Old Clee Primary Acacemy

Salary

£25,614 FTE pro rata (actual salary £20,207 per annum)

Contractual hours

34.75

Basis

Term time only

Hours

34.75 hours a per week (Mon-Fri 08:15-15:30 + 1hr p/w for meetings) Fixed Term Contract Until 31/08/2027 Term Time Only

Job category/type

Schools/Academies

Date posted

15/10/2026

Job reference

NELC400000835

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.

The school prides itself on its welcoming and positive environment and would highly recommend to visiting the school by prior arrangement if you are interested in applying for this role. Enquiries about this post are welcome and encouraged – please telephone 01472 691887.

An application form may be downloaded below and returned by email to [email protected]. Closing date for applications: Midday, 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.