SPA Teaching Assistant Qualified 17.5 hours

Every; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 11,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent professional development

Career pathway opportunities

Staff discount platform

Health and wellbeing support

Support from Trust schools

Job summary

Springbank Primary Academy in the United Kingdom is seeking a part-time, fixed-term Teaching Assistant (KS2) for 17.5 hours per week during term time. The role runs until 31 August 2027, with interviews on 25 November 2026 and an ASAP start.

You will support learning, work with teachers to deliver engaging lessons, provide 1:1 and small group support, and help create a positive, inclusive classroom environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils in a primary setting.
• Ability to work with teachers to deliver engaging lessons.
• Strong communication with pupils, parents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in their learning journey.
• Work alongside teachers to deliver engaging and inspiring lessons.
• Provide 1:1 and small group support.
• Help build pupils’ confidence, independence, and resilience.
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Be enthusiastic, motivated, and committed.
• Work well as part of a team.
• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be patient, caring, and adaptable.
• Be passionate about helping every child achieve their potential.

Skills

Pupil support

Teamwork

Communication

Patience

Education

Primary education

Job description

SPA Teaching Assistant Qualified 17.5 hours (Springbank Primary Academy)

Location: Springbank Primary Academy , UK

Contract Type: Fixed Term

Education Phases: Primary;

Job Roles: Teaching Assistant;

Working Patterns: Part-Time;

Key Stagess: Ks2;

Application Deadline: Thursday, 19th November 2026

Interview Date: 25th November 2026

Expected Working Start Date: ASAP

Is a Shared Job: No

About us

We are a two-form entry primary school that includes nursery provision for two to four year olds. Our staff are skilled and dedicated professionals who are child centred and determined to achieve the best possible academic and social outcomes for all children. Our EPIC children feel safe, nurtured and are eager to learn!Our EPIC vision of Effort, Participation, Improvement and Celebration underpins everything we do at Springbank Primary Academy. Throughthis vision we aim to nurture values, behaviours, skills and attitudes that enable children and adults to grow, develop and respond positively toall opportunities and challenges.The children’s well-being and mental health is a priority at Springbank and this is woven into the curriculum. Our experienced Pastoral Team offer a variety of support and interventions to support children and families. This has been recognised through the school’s achievement of both the Gloucestershire Healthy Living and Learning Healthy Schools and Mental Health Awards.Both our Core and Foundation Curriculum ensure that children build upon and develop their skills and knowledge year on year.All staff benefit from the exceptional GLA CPD offer. There is opportunity for further support, training and development at every level allowing staff to develop their career in a way that suits them through the various pathways that are on offer. We really do go above and beyond a typical CPD offer!We look forward to welcoming you to the Springbank community!The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young persons and must ensure that the highest priority is given following the guidance and regulations to safeguard children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Baring Service and qualification checks. The GLA is an equal opportunities employer.

Job Description

Springbank Primary Academy

Teaching Assistant KS2

17.5 hours per week

Working Weeks – 38 (term time only)

Contract status – Fixed Term until 31/08/2027

Interview date: 25/11/2026

About the Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support pupils in their learning journey
• Work alongside teachers to deliver engaging and inspiring lessons
• Provide 1:1 and small group support
• Help build pupils’ confidence, independence, and resilience
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment
• Is enthusiastic, motivated, and committed
• Works well as part of a team
• Has strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Is patient, caring, and adaptable
• Is passionate about helping every child achieve their potential

If you’re ready to help children dream big, believe in themselves, and achieve their very best, we would love to hear from you.

What We Offer

• A warm and welcoming school community
• Excellent professional development and career pathway opportunities
• Collaboration with, and support from, schools across the Trust
• Access to our staff discount platform with savings at thousands of high street retailers
• 24/7 access to health and wellbeing support