Teaching Assistant

‘A Caring Christian Family Where We Grow Together’

Staff Vacancy Details

Teaching Assistant: 8.20am to 3.30pm 3 days per week 19.98 hours. Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Term Time Only 38 weeks.

Pay: SCP 6 Actual salary £12196

Temporary Position until 31st August 2027 with a view to extension

Start date: 02/09/2026

Closing date for applications: Wednesday 8th July 9am.

Interviews and Observation: Monday 13th July

Location: Bunbury Aldersey CE Primary School, School Lane, Bunbury, Tarporley, Cheshire, CW6 9NR

Bunbury Aldersey CE Primary School are looking to appoint an experienced Teaching Assistant to work alongside our dedicated team of staff to inspire and drive our children’s learning.

A Teaching Assistant position is available from September 2026 for 19.98 hours per week, term time only based at Bunbury Aldersey CE Primary School. The position is temporary until the end of August 2027 and will be reviewed at this point based on the needs of the school with a view to extension.

We inspire learning by providing a broad, rich and imaginative curriculum which allows children the freedom to develop their own creativity. There is a strong Christian ethos and solid links exist between the schools, Church and the community.

Our trust is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders in regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced check. As part of the shortlisting process, online searches will be carried out on shortlisted candidates in accordance with the requirements of Keeping Children Safe in Education

The successful candidate must have experience in working with children in key stage 2. You are welcome to visit the school before application.

Closing date is 9am on Wednesday 8th July. Interviews are scheduled for Monday 13th July.

Applications via My New Term only. https://mynewterm.com/

Job Title

Teaching Assistant - Support (Primary)

JOB PURPOSE:

To support the teaching staff and teaching assistants in the development and education of pupils in accordance with the aims and policies of the school.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1

Assist teaching staff in the delivery of learning activities and work programmes and undertake predetermined activities with pupils so thattheir intellectual and social development(including self-reliance and self-esteem) is fostered.

2

Provide input into the planning and evaluation of learning activities for individuals and groups of pupils to enable the teaching staff to makeinformed decisions when developing their plans.

3

Supervise the activities of individuals or groups of pupils bothin and out of the classroom (including educational visits) to ensure their safety and facilitate their physical and emotional development in accordance with the school's behaviour management policy.

4

Monitor individual pupil’s progress, achievements and development and report these to the teaching staff/line manager to inform decisions taken regarding the Individual Education Plan, Behaviour Plans and Personal Care Programmes for a pupil.

5

Liaise with parents and carers in conjunction with the teaching staff to ensure effective communication concerning the pupils' wellbeing.

6

Record pupil information, as specified by the teaching staff/line manager to ensure the schools information systems are maintained.

7

Attend to the personal, social and physical needs of pupils so that their wellbeing is maintained.

8

Prepare and maintain learning equipment and ensure that the classroom is kept clean and tidy.

9

Display and present the pupils' work, under the direction of teaching staff, so that it enhances the classroom environment and celebrates achievement.

10

11

Attend staff and other meetings and participate in staff training development work and staff reviews as required.

All staff have a requirement to follow the schools Child Protection and Safeguarding Procedure.

Person Specification

Teaching Assistant - Primary

Essential Desirable How Identified

Qualifications

NVQ level 3 or equivalent (eg. Supporting Teaching and Learning)

Evidence of training and further professional development;

Keeping Children Safe in Education Training;

Application Form

Experience

Experience in KS2.

Ability to support the implementation of strategies suggested by colleagues and external advisors.

Experience working with small groups under the guidance of a teacher.

Working in a primary school

Evidence of working with learners with challenging behaviour.

Application Form

Job Related Knowledge

Effective support for learners with additional needs and their teachers within a mainstream school.

Ability to enable independent learning

Interview

Letter of application

Skills and Aptitudes

Effective organisational skills.

Commitment, sense of humour and enthusiasm.

Ability to nurture and support vulnerable pupils.

Interview

Letter of application

Other Requirements:

PROFESSIONAL

VALUES

Knowledge of child protection and safeguarding procedures.

The importance of teamwork.

Working in partnership with parents and carers.

High personal standards of performance.

Commitment to continuing professional development.

High expectations for all learners.

Commitment to high quality childcare and safety.

Good Attendance Record.

Good Health Record.