Teaching Assistant

Career Teachers; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading primary school in Chesterfield is seeking a dedicated Year 5 Teaching Assistant for a full-time role starting September 2025. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 childcare qualification or equivalent and experience in Key Stage 2, committed to supporting children's learning and development in a positive environment.

Qualifications

• Hold a valid Level 3 childcare qualification or equivalent.
• Recent experience in Key Stage 2.
• Ability to support literacy, phonics, and numeracy.

Responsibilities

• Support small groups in literacy, phonics, and numeracy.
• Enhance children's educational and personal development.

Skills

Positive attitude

Commitment to children's development

Ability to support small groups

Education

Level 3 childcare qualification or equivalent

Job description

Year 5 Teaching Assistant - Chesterfield

(Full-time, 5 days per week)

Career Teachers is working with a large, 'Good' primary school in Sheffield to recruit an experienced Teaching Assistant for a Year 5 class. The role is full-time, starting in September 2025, with potential for ongoing employment for the right candidate.

Key Requirements:

1. Hold a valid Level 3 childcare qualification or equivalent, or have extensive experience working in KS2.
2. Recent experience supporting children in Key Stage 2 within a UK school.
3. Dedicated with a positive attitude and a commitment to enhancing children's educational and personal development.
4. Ability to support small groups in literacy, phonics, and numeracy to raise attainment levels.

Additional Information:

• Satisfactory background checks are required, including an enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to obtain one.
• References covering the last 2 years, including at least one from a school or childcare setting, are necessary.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Contact Details:

Lewi White

Phone: [phone]

Email: lewi.white@careerteachers

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Additional Notes:

We are compliant with Agency Worker Regulations, ensuring equal treatment for pay and conditions after a 12-week period. All rates include holiday pay. To be successful, you must be eligible to work in the UK or hold a relevant visa, attend an in-person interview, provide references, and an enhanced DBS disclosure.