KS2 Teaching Assistant

Whitkirk Primary School; Colton; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension

Flexible working options

Supportive environment

Community culture

Professional development

Job summary

Whitkirk Primary School in England is seeking a dedicated General Teaching Assistant to join our busy Key Stage 2 team. You will work alongside teachers to support learning, wellbeing and development, helping to create an inclusive environment where every child can thrive.

The role is permanent, term-time only, 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8:30am-3:30pm. We value kindness, respect and high expectations, and offer a welcoming, supportive environment with opportunities for professional

Responsibilities

• Capable of working with individual pupils and small groups, under the direction of the class teacher, to provide for each individual child's stage of development and interests, regardless of disabilities, family background or medical history
• Able to support the class teacher in managing the classroom and its resources
• Able to support pupils to access learning, develop confidence and independence, and make progress across the curriculum

Job description

Permanent. Term Time only. Part time: 32.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday 8.30am-3.30pm.

We are looking for a committed and caring General Teaching Assistant to join our welcoming Key Stage 2 team. You will work alongside teachers and colleagues to support pupils' learning, wellbeing and development, helping to create an inclusive environment where all children can thrive. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys building positive relationships, supporting a range of learning needs and making a meaningful contribution to school life.

About Our School

Whitkirk Primary School is proud to be known as “the school with a big heart,” where happiness, kindness, and respect are at the core of everything we do. We are proud to provide a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child feels safe, valued, and supported from the very start of their journey with us. Our dedicated and skilled staff are deeply committed to building positive relationships and supporting each child's academic, personal, and emotional development. We believe that when children feel settled and secure, they are ready to thrive — and that’s when the foundations for a lifelong love of learning are laid.

We offer high-quality teaching alongside a broad and enriching curriculum, filled with meaningful opportunities both inside and outside the classroom. From inspiring lessons to creative projects, outdoor learning, and wider experiences, we aim to spark curiosity, build confidence, and encourage every child to aim high. Our school is a vibrant, hard-working, and welcoming community where every pupil is inspired to reach their full potential. We are excited to share this learning journey with you and what an exceptional journey it promises to be.

Our core values of achievement, safety, respect, friendship, forgiveness, trust aren’t just words; they shape everything we do.

Here’s what you can expect when you join us:

• Generous pension scheme: Employer contribution rate of 15.3%, plus a wide range of benefits and discounts. Full details HERE


• Flexible working options: We support work-life balance and are open to exploring suitable arrangements


• Supportive environment: We prioritise respect, equality, diversity, and well-being


• Community culture: Collaboration and generosity are at the heart of our team


• Professional development: We invest in your growth at every stage of your career

About You

To be a good fit for this role, you will be:

• Capable of working with individual pupils and small groups, under the direction of the class teacher, to provide for each individual child's stage of development and interests, regardless of disabilities, family background or medical history


• Able to support the class teacher in managing the classroom and its resources


• Able to support pupils to access learning, develop confidence and independence, and make progress across the curriculum

Adjustments: Should you require any adjustments to our recruitment process, please include these within Part Two of our application form under the section ‘Disability and Accessibility’.

Applicant Guidance: Red Kite Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. We are an equal opportunities employer which welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. We are committed to promoting diversity and want a workforce which reflects the local population of each of our schools. Our recruitment guidelines and privacy notice for applicants can be found HERE.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and we encourage early submission. We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the advertised closing date should a suitable candidate be appointed.