Teaching Assistant

Humphrey Perkins; Barrow upon Soar; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 20,000; Part time

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Humphrey Perkins School in Barrow upon Soar invites applications for a Teaching Assistant to join a committed team. The role offers a personalised CPD programme and opportunities to support pupils and staff while contributing to a positive school culture.

The position is part-time, term-time, permanent, with 32.5 hours per week across 39 weeks per year. The successful candidate will support learning, assist teachers in lessons and supervision, and participate in safeguarding and DBS checks as

Job description

# Teaching AssistantEmployer: Humphrey Perkins SchoolLocation: Barrow upon Soar, LeicestershireContract Type: PermanentHours: Part Time, Term TimeSalary: Grade 5 point 7Posted: 9th November 2026Expires: 16th November 2026 11:59 PMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1583299Suitable for: Other Graduates* Share :* Print**Teaching Assistant**We are seeking a talented, energetic and passionate Teaching Assistant to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for a creative individual to join a highly committed team within our school. This post will suit an ambitious person who will relish the challenge of working with our students and staff and be supported by a personalised CPD programme, underpinned by a commitment to staff wellbeing. The successful candidate will be a highly effective team player and will be committed to raising the aspirations and achievement of all students.**Salary: LCC Grade 5, Point 7.****5 days a week. 32.5 hours per week. 39 weeks per year. All school training days will be attended.****An online check will be completed prior to interview.**We reserve the right to interview early. Please note, references will be requested prior to interview.For further details plus the full job description, please see attached the recruitment pack and job description.**Enquiries:**For more information or to arrange a tour of our school please contact Karen Brookes l via school reception.*We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.**The Trust strives to be a diverse and inclusive place where all staff have a seat at the table: a seat to be free, a seat to inspire, a seat to challenge and a seat to succeed. We currently have staff networks for staff who are Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME), Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Queer + (LGBTQ+), staff who would describe their background as working class and staff with a disability.*### AttachmentsEmployee BenefitsHumphrey Perkins Recruitment PackPrivacy Notice### Safeguarding Statement:Humphrey Perkins School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.