Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Coleridge Primary; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Coleridge Primary School is seeking a Level 3 Early Years Practitioner on a permanent contract to work with our Nursery aged pupils. The role requires an enthusiastic, experienced and caring professional who can support our pupils and work with families and staff in a warm, collaborative school community.

The school is rated Outstanding by Ofsted and is part of CLPT. The post is full-time, term-time only, on the CLPT 7–11 salary scale, with starting salary at CLPT7 and pro rata for hours.

Qualifications

• Committed, adaptable and caring professional.
• Able to lead by example and be a positive role model.

Responsibilities

• Support nursery aged pupils.
• Deliver high-quality interactions and age-appropriate interventions in the Early Years.
• Work with families and staff to support learning.

Skills

Team player

Involved in school life

English & Math

Education

Early years level 3 qualification

English & Math passes

Job description

Coleridge Primary School

Level 3 Early Years Practitioner

Permanent Contract

32.5 hours per week term-time only

CLPT07 - CLPT11 (FTE - £27,274 - £29,071)

CLPT07 - CLPT11 (Actual Salary - £20,354 - £22, 593)

Actual Salary dependent on Continuous Service - pro rata

Name of School - Coleridge Primary School

Salary Range - CLPT 7 - 11

Starting Salary - CLPT 7 (Actual Salary - £20,354)

Job Term- Full Time

Appointment Type - Permanent Contract

Hours - 32.5 hours

Website - www.coleridgeprimary.org

Website - CLPT - Unlocking Potential: Changing Lives

Start Date: As soon as possible

Coleridge Primary is looking to appoint a Level 3 Early Years Practitioner on a permanent contract to work with our Nursery aged pupils. We are looking for an enthusiastic, highly experienced and caring person to support our pupils and work with the most fabulous families, children and staff. This is a rare opportunity to join our extraordinary team and we are excited to welcome a new staff member to join our dynamic school community!

Coleridge Primary school is rated “Outstanding” by Ofsted and is situated in the centre of Rotherham. We are a one form entry primary school, who are seeking to appoint a motivated, dedicated and driven Level 3 Early Years Practitioner. We are an inclusive and friendly school which has a diverse catchment at the heart of our community. We are an Academy School, part of the Central Learning Partnership Trust (CLPT) and work collaboratively across the 3 schools in our community. We strive to ensure our children receive an education which inspires and promotes positive learning and ensure that rigorous CPD supports all staff in becoming the best they can be.

We are looking for someone who:

Is a committed, adaptable and caring professional, passionate about delivering high quality support and providing an inspirational approach to learning

Can lead by example and be a positive role model to our children

Can demonstrate the creativity, resilience and interpersonal skills to complement our highly effective team

• Is an effective team player and willing to be fully involved in the life of the school
• Has an eligible early years level 3 qualification (Please click here to see a list of eligible qualifications https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/early-years-qualifications-list-uk-only)
• Has qualification passes in English and Math or equivalent
• Has the capacity to deliver high-quality interactions and age-appropriate interventions in the Early Years.
• Preferably has experience supporting in EYFS.

In return, we can offer:

Enthusiastic children who are motivated to learn

Training in all aspects of the role

Dedicated staff committed to achieving high standards

A supportive, warm and welcoming ethos

A vibrant learning environment

An experienced and supportive leadership team

Governors who are committed to the well-being of all staff

The school prides itself on its welcoming and positive environment and would warmly encourage you to visit the school by prior arrangement. Please contact our Office Manager, Kirsten Damms at [e-mail] if you would like visit school. We are proposing that visits take place on Tuesday 13th of October at 4:00pm. If you are unable to visit the school, you are welcome to arrange a phone call with the Executive Headteacher for an informal conversation about the school and its ethos.

Closing date - 12 Noon 14th of October 2026

Shortlisting - Wednesday 14th of October 2026

Interviews - Friday 16th of October 2026

Please note that by submitting an application, you acknowledge that we reserve the right to view any publicly available information published online (including social media platforms) as part of our shortlisting process, in line with current KCSIE guidelines.

CLPT is required under law and guidance to check the criminal background of all employees. Decisions to appoint will be subject to consideration of an enhanced disclosure, including a Barred List check, from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Because of the nature of the work for which you are applying, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020).

If shortlisted for an interview you will be required to disclose to us information about any:

adult cautions (simple or conditional);

conditional cautions;

convictions in a Court of Law; and

This information can be disclosed either verbally at interview or by completing a relevant conviction form after interview if that is your preference. It is an offence for anyone to apply for a role if they are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

CHILDCARE (DISQUALIFCATION) (Applicable to Primary aged Schools)

In accordance with the Childcare Act 2006 and the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulation 2009 the Governors are required to obtain an additional staff disqualification declaration for employees within settings providing care for early years childcare (this covers the age range from birth until 1st September following a child’s fifth birthday i.e. up to and including reception age) or later years childcare (this covers children above reception age but who have not attained the age of 8) in nursery, primary or secondary school educational settings, or if when directly concerned with the management of such childcare related establishments. This declaration is to confirm that you are not disqualified ‘by association’ to anyone currently residing within your household who is disqualified under the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulation 2009

ELIGIBILITY TO WORK IN THE UK

We are legally obliged to ask you to provide evidence of your right to live and work in the UK. If you are successful, we will ask you to provide appropriate documents, such as a passport, visa of full birth certificate and national insurance number to confirm this. (Further details are available from the UK Boarder Agency website).

CLPT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. CLPT expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post involves working with children and therefore will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS). Further information about the Disclosure Scheme can be found at www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check.

If you are shortlisted for an interview, we shall request two references at this stage to comply with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

The academy values diversity and inclusion welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds. Equality is promoted and the academy will guarantee an interview to disabled candidates if the essential job criteria is met fully.