Teaching Assistant

Shorefields; Colchester; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading school in Colchester is seeking a Teaching Assistant to join their enthusiastic team. The successful candidate will support children in their learning, demonstrate strong communication skills, and possess relevant qualifications. This part-time role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in children's education.

Benefits

Personalized professional development opportunities

Supportive school community

Ongoing commitment to learning

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a learning environment.
• Ability to manage children in a positive manner.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively to support children in a learning environment.
• Manage children positively and friendly.
• Help children with maths and literacy skills.

Skills

Energetic

Nurturing attitude

Solution focused

Excellent communication

Creative

Education

GCSE in English

GCSE in Maths

Level 3 qualification

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC2045-104S Position Type: Teaching/Child Support Pay Range: Scale3 Point 5 - 6

Position Start Date: 01/09/2025 Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 18/06/2025 Midday Date of Interviews: 24 June 2025

Hours of work: 30 hours per week / 39 weeks per year (term time + 5 PD days)

Starting salary: £17,762 (actual per annum)

This is an exciting opportunity for someone that thrives on working collaboratively, has a positive outlook and loves working with enthusiastic and amazing children in our wonderful school.

Great Bentley Primary School, is a friendly, positive school with committed and supportive staff who want our pupils to be the best they can be in all that they do.

We pride ourselves on working together to offer the best possible learning opportunities for all of our pupils through a curriculum that engages and excites all learners. We are an 'outstanding school with a Leadership Team that has an ambitious vision for the school to ensure all pupils receive the best education possible and leave with the skillset to thrive in High School and beyond.

Currently, we are looking to employ a new TA to join our team, who should be:

● Energetic, with bags of enthusiasm; someone flexible who has a nurturing attitude and is solution focussed.

● Able to consistently demonstrate the confidence and ability to manage children in a positive and friendly manner

● Able to demonstrate sound maths and literacy skills (GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths is essential), alongside other relevant qualifications (e.g. Level 3)

● Experienced with regards to working with children in a learning environment, and supporting pupils with SEND

● Able to use initiative, work as part of a team and have a good sense of humour

● An excellent communicator, creative and passionate about helping children be the best they can be.

In return we can offer:

● A committed, supportive, hard-working team

● A friendly, proud school community, with enthusiastic, happy children.

● An ongoing commitment to learning for all

● Personalised professional development opportunities which will serve to support future goals and dreams.

We strongly encourage and welcome visits to allow you to find out more about us, you can also visit our website; Great Bentley Primary School Website

For further information about the school or to arrange a visit please contact the school office on 01206250331 or email: [e-mail]

Further details about the post and how to apply are available on our Trust website: www.penroselearningtrust.uk

Closing date: Midday Wednesday 18th June 2025

Proposed interview date: Tuesday 24th June 2025

Great Bentley Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to provide references, undergo employment checks and an enhanced disclosure via the DBS.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

Sarah Skillern
Plough Road
Great Bentley, Colchester
Essex, CO7 8LD Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

LSA (EYFS Specialist)

Shenfield St Mary's C of E Primary School, Shenfield Closing: 09/06/2025 Midday