Teaching Assistant

Rockingham Primary School; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

CPD including Knowledge Development

Health and Wellbeing programme

Rewards and Recognition Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Discounts platform

Job summary

Rockingham Primary School is seeking a caring and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our team. You will work closely with teachers to help pupils access learning, develop independence and build confidence.

The role includes supporting individuals and small groups, both in and outside the classroom, and ensuring a safe, welcoming school environment. We value commitment to safeguarding and a positive, collaborative approach.

Qualifications

• Genuine enjoyment of working with children
• Kind, patient and encouraging
• Ability to build positive relationships with children and adults
• Able to support children with different learning needs and abilities
• Works well as part of a team and eager to learn with others
• Helps children become increasingly confident and independent
• Committed to safeguarding, welfare and care of children
• Experience working in a Primary setting

Responsibilities

• Support pupils to access learning in class and potentially outside the main teaching area
• Assist with implementing personalised learning plans and provide encouragement, guidance and practical support
• Work with individual children and small groups under supervision
• Support pupils during break and lunchtime to create a safe, welcoming environment

Job description

We believe that every child deserves to feel valued, supported and inspired to achieve their very best. We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistant to join our wonderful team.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play an important part in helping our children to learn, grow and thrive. Working closely with teachers and senior staff, you will provide support that enables pupils to access learning, develop their independence and feel confident in themselves.

You will work with individual children and small groups, both within the classroom and, where appropriate, outside the main teaching area. You will help to implement personalised learning plans and provide the encouragement, guidance and practical support that children need to succeed.

The role will also include supporting pupils during break and lunchtime, helping to create a safe, happy and welcoming environment throughout the school day.

32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year term time, fixed until end of August 2027

Salary & Benefits

• NJC 4, FTE £26,016 per annum, pro rata £20,072
• Access to Local Government Pension Scheme
• CPD including Knowledge Development Courses
• Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
• Rewards and Recognition Scheme
• Benefits Platform
  • holiday discounts
  • cinema tickets
  • restaurant booking discounts
  • Cycle to Work Scheme

About our Academy:

In our July 2026 Ofsted report they commented that pupils "follow the 'Rockingham way' which supports them to follow expectations and be ready to learn. They are taught the importance of respect, aiming high, and being proud citizens. Pupils are confident, calm, and polite. They have positive and supportive relationships with staff".

Our close-knit team work hard to ensure every child at Rockingham has the opportunity to fulfil their individual potential in all walks of life at school, beyond and in the future. We would love you to come and visit us and see our fantastic pupils first-hand. We look forward to welcoming you.

We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

Who we are looking for

Genuinely enjoy working with children and want to make a positive difference to their lives

Are kind, patient and encouraging

Can build positive relationships with children and adults

Are able to support children with different learning needs and abilities

Works well as part of a team and is happy to learn alongside others

Can encourage children to become increasingly confident and independent

Shares our belief that every child can achieve and has something special to offer.

Has experience of working with children with SEN

Are motivated individuals - enthusiastic, with a can do attitude

Are committed to the safeguarding, welfare and care of our children.

Have experienced working in a Primary setting

Please also refer to the attached job description and personal specification

About The David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust’s mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.

We are a network of unique and diverse academies across the country, committed to delivering a world-class, knowledge-rich education that empowers pupils to reach their fullest potential. Spanning North Yorkshire, the East Riding of Yorkshire, North‑East Lincolnshire, the East Midlands and London, our network of 36 academies serves over 14,600 pupils and employs 2,300 dedicated staff.

Our family of schools includes 24 primaries, 10 secondaries, an all-through school in London’s Olympic Park, and a special school in Lincolnshire supporting pupils aged 2-19 with a broad range of special educational needs. As one of only 11 system leaders nationwide, we are recognised for our unwavering commitment to educational excellence, our innovative curriculum, and ability to drive sustained school improvement at scale. At the heart of our Mission is a deep belief in the transformative power of education. We are committed to ensuring that every child - regardless of their background - has access to an exceptional academic experience enriched by extensive co‑curricular opportunities. From small rural primaries to large urban secondaries, our academies benefit from the strength of a collaborative, values-driven community, in which expertise is shared, best practices are embedded, and each school retains its distinctive character.

We broaden the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well‑rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities.

We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.

We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.

Risk management is everyone’s responsibility: comply with policies and procedures, and promptly elevate issues, incidents and concerns to management.

The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.

All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance.