Teaching Assistant

Apply by:   10th July 2026

Start Date:   1st September 2026

Salary: £25,505

Location:   Kaizen Primary School

Contract type: 39 weeks per year / term time only

Hours: 36 Hours per week

This role is based at Kaizen Primary School and you will support children in school.

This is an opportunity to contribute to a Trust that is deliberate about how it improves practice and outcomes. 

Compass Eko Trust is a family of 28 schools working as one system to improve outcomes for every child. We are united by a clear commitment: every child achieving, without exception. 

Through a knowledge-rich curriculum, strong professional collaboration and a shared commitment to excellence, we support our schools to deliver high-quality education in their communities. 

Our schools sit at the heart of everything we do. The Trust exists to bring clarity, consistency and support so leaders can focus on what matters most - teaching and learning. 

Kaizen Primary School is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant (Adult who supports Learning) to join our team. You will work closely with staff and pupils to create a safe, happy, and inclusive environment that supports social development and prepares children to learn.  

As part of our Trust, you will be part of a professional community where: 

• Schools work together, sharing expertise and improving practice  

• Staff benefit from strong professional networks and collaboration across schools  

• Development is supported through coaching, CPD and leadership pathways  

• You are not working in isolation - you are part of a wider system 

Our offer: 

• Competitive pay and conditions aligned to national frameworks  

• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) or Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS)  

• Access to a structured programme of professional development  

• Opportunities to work across schools and develop your career  

• Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 confidential support  

• Access to staff benefits and discount schemes  

• Family-friendly policies and flexible working options where possible 

Visits are welcomed. Please contact lorraine.campbell@ekotrust.org.uk to arrange this or for any further information.  

Compass Eko Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to appropriate pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check. 

Closing date for applications: 13th July 2026