Job Title: Teaching Assistant

Contract: Fixed Term

Salary: KSA £19,608   (£26,168 FTE)   

Hours/weeks:  32.5 hours per week /  8.25 a.m. - 3.25 p.m. Monday to Friday, /Term time only (38 weeks per year) with 30 minute lunch break

Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing date: 19th April 2026 

Are you passionate about enabling children to maximise their potential in their academic, social and personal achievements? If so, join us at Manor Community Primary School where the development of the whole child is at its heart.  We are seeking to appoint a KS2 Teaching Assistant to work within our inclusive and supportive team.

We are looking for a dynamic, committed and experienced practitioner who brings energy, creativity and high expectations to the role. The successful candidate will be an excellent role model, able to inspire and motivate learners, and demonstrate a strong understanding of how to support children to achieve their very best. You will work closely with class teachers to deliver high‑quality learning experiences, provide targeted support for groups and individuals, and help to create a positive, nurturing classroom environment. The role will also include providing support during part of the lunchtime period.

The ideal candidate will:

• ·         Have experience working with KS2 pupils
• ·         Demonstrate high expectations of achievement and behaviour
• ·         Work effectively as part of a team but also show initiative when required
• ·         Be proactive, organised and reflective in their practice
• ·         Have a warm, caring approach and a strong commitment to inclusive principles
• ·         Be dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

In return, we offer:

• ·         A supportive, collaborative team environment
• ·         Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• ·         A well‑resourced school with enthusiastic learners
• ·         The chance to make a meaningful difference to children every day

If you are enthusiastic, motivated and ready to contribute to our thriving school community, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Please download our application pack to find out more, click the ‘Apply Now’ button to send us your application. If you would prefer this advert and application in a different format, please contact the school office.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Appointment to this post will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, as well as any other relevant pre-employment checks.

We reserve the right to close this advert early, should a suitable applicant be found.