Teaching Assistant at Cawston Grange Primary School

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Job Reference #

EDV/2026/CGPS/08289

Location

Scholars Drive, Cawston, Rugby, Warwickshire, CV22 7GU

Contract Type

Permanent/Term Time Only

Contract Term

Full-Time

Salary

£25,185.00 Annually (FTE)
£18,943 pro rata

Hours Per Week

32.5

Weeks Per Year

Closing Date

9:00am, Mon 31st Aug, 2026

Start Date

1st October 2026

Positions Available

Positions Available 1

Interview Date(s)

04th September 2026

Interview Date(s) 04th September 2026

About this Role

Salary	Band D, Spinal 4	£25,185 FTE, £18,943 pro rata
Contract	Permanent
Hours	32.5 hours per week
Start Date	October 2026
Broad Description
Working under the overall supervision of the responsible teacher, assist and support teaching and learning , working with individuals or groups and assist in providing for general care, safety and welfare of pupils. Responsibility for others: The post has considerable direct impact on the well-being of individuals or groups through providing appropriate care or welfare for those who are personally dependant on the post for basic needs. The post requires physical fitness, as manual handling is included (training will be given) Responsibility for staff: The post has no direct responsibility for supervising other staff. It may be expected to demonstrate tasks or advise/guide new employees, work experience or trainees. Responsibility for budget: The post has no direct responsibility for financial resources. Responsibility for physical resources: The post has limited direct responsibility for physical resources, other than the handling and careful use of equipment (eg computer / PC/ teaching materials/resources).
Typical Tasks
Curriculum support: Support pupils’ learning as directed by the teacher, in context of fostering independence and self-esteem (eg modelling use of language appropriate to the task, facilitating discussions and interactions, encouraging pupils to reflect on their work.) Support for pupils: Carry out appropriate activities as planned, either with small groups or individuals – e.g. promoting increased attention and staying on task, helping with physical difficulties whilst encouraging independence Support pupils in accessing the curriculum Provide for physical care of pupils, including lifting, interactive communication, supervision

Assist and support pupils with personal care – eg changing, toileting, showering, washing, dressing, undressing, care of clothes, personal hygiene
Assist with pupil supervision – eg on arrival/leaving the class, at breaktime and lunchtime (when required)
Accompany pupils as directed, eg out of the classroom, on visits, trips and out of school activities
Deal with minor accidents

Support to teacher:

Assist in the day to day management of the learning environment, eg. preparing/clearing equipment and resources, preparation of classrooms/ art areas etc and outside areas
Assist with equipment hygiene (wash and detox)
Display and present children’s work
Sort and tidy cupboards
Cleaning up
Assist in management of pupil behaviour
Liaise with parents, answering queries
Participate in record keeping – eg providing information to contribute to recording pupil achievement, taking photos of pupils work
Provide feedback about learning activities, responses to them and support provided
Undertake routine admin and clerical support

Education/Training and Likely Abilities

Have at least GCSE/GCE/ in English and Mathematics
Be committed to own professional development, and be willing to undertake other appropriate training
Have completed TA induction programme
Understand special educational needs
Understand and be able to work with care plans
Knowledge of school rules, procedures, policies
Be aware of and understand health and hygiene guidelines and other regulations, eg. Health and Safety at work, Child Protection/Safeguarding polices and procedures
Have attended manual handling training
Can understand and support the curriculum
Be able to use technology as a learning tool – eg computer, video,
Able to operate technological equipment – e.g. photocopier, digital camera
Be able to operate equipment (eg hoists)
Have good communication and listening skills
Able to take direction but also take initiative when required
Have experience of working (paid or unpaid) with children of appropriate age range though no previous experience of work as a TA required
Able to relate well to children and adults
Can solve straightforward problems and respond to unforeseen circumstances (eg hazards, accidents etc)

This job description does not form part of the contract of employment. The job description will be reviewed at least once a year and it may be subjected to modification or amendment at any time after consultation with the holder of the post.

If you feel that you could bring further impetus to our drive to improve the provision for our students and have the necessary energy, enthusiasm, and sense of humour to take us forward in this exciting curriculum area then please get in touch.

To arrange a visit to school or for an informal discussion with the Headteacher, please call Valerie Moody, Operations Manager, on 01788 816820 or email; vmoody@triumphlearning.org

This job description is current at the date shown but in consultation with the post holder may be changed by the Headteacher to reflect or anticipate changes in the job commensurate with the grade and job title. We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time

Triumph Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding children; successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. TLT is always happy to receive speculative applications from excellent teachers and support staff.

The school will endeavour to make any necessary reasonable adjustments to the job and the working environment to enable access to employment opportunities for disabled job applicants or continued employment for any employee who develops a disabling condition.