Teaching Assistant

Wickersley Northfield Primary School; Dalton Magna; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Wickersley Northfield Primary School in Rotherham invites applications for 3 Teaching Assistant positions, 27.5 hours per week. Two permanent roles and one maternity cover (until 31/05/2027).

We seek warm, patient and proactive individuals who support children's learning, development and wellbeing, working closely with teachers to create a positive, inclusive classroom environment.

Join a devoted Trust that values collaboration and high standards of care for every child.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic, caring and committed Teaching Assistants are sought.
• Warm, patient and positive approach to supporting children.
• Willingness to learn and develop practice within a team.

Responsibilities

• Support children's learning, development and wellbeing.
• Assist teachers and colleagues in classroom activities.
• Engage children in learning and encourage confidence and independence.
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive classroom environment.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Patience

Job description

Wickersley Northfield Primary School is seeking to appoint enthusiastic, caring and committed Teaching Assistants to join our friendly and dedicated team.

Positions Available: 3 x Teaching Assistant roles (27.5 hours per week)

2 x Permanent positions

1 x Maternity Cover position (until 31/05/2027)

At Wickersley Northfield, we want every child to feel that they belong, enjoy learning and have the opportunity to achieve their very best. We are looking for a Teaching Assistant who shares our high expectations for children and understands the importance of strong relationships, consistency and excellent support in helping every child to succeed.

The successful candidate will work alongside teachers and other colleagues to support children’s learning, development and wellbeing. They will help children to engage successfully in classroom learning, provide appropriate support for individual needs and encourage confidence, independence and positive attitudes to learning.

We are looking for someone who is warm, patient and positive; who works well as part of a team; and who is willing to learn and develop their practice. Above all, they will genuinely enjoy working with children and be committed to making a positive difference to their experience of school.

Wickersley Northfield is proud to be part of White Woods Primary Academy Trust: a family of primary schools across Rotherham, united by a shared commitment to improving children’s lives. The Trust’s work is guided by its four core values—the 4Cs: Child-centred, Collaborative, Curious and Challenging.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive school and Trust where children are at the heart of what we do and staff are valued as part of the team.