Teaching Assistant

Coast and Vale Learning Trust; Kirkby Stephen; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcoming school community

Professional development opportunities

Meaningful role in education

Job summary

Coast and Vale Learning Trust in Kirkby Stephen invites applications for a Teaching Assistant role working 32.5 hours per week within a school setting.

You’ll support pupils closely with teachers to provide tailored assistance, help foster positive learning experiences, and make a meaningful difference in students’ lives—while safeguarding responsibilities and full training are provided.

Qualifications

• Commitment to helping every child reach potential.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Previous experience in an educational setting is desirable but not essential; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Support students’ learning in collaboration with teachers.
• Provide tailored assistance to pupils to promote positive learning experiences.
• Contribute to a safe and supportive classroom environment.

Skills

Commitment to helping every child

Strong communication skills

Teamwork and collaboration

Willingness to undertake training

Job description

• Hours of work: 32.5 hours per week*
• Salary: £25,989 FTE (Actual Annual Salary: £19,525)
• Term weeks: 38 + 1 weeks school closure, minimum paid week 44.600

*A job-share may be considered for this role.

As a Teaching Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in helping students succeed both in and out of the classroom. You’ll work closely with teachers to provide tailored support, encourage positive learning experiences, and make a real difference in the lives of our pupils.

What we’re looking for:

• A commitment to helping every child reach their potential.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Previous experience in an educational setting is desirable but not essential - we’ll provide full training.

What we offer:

• A welcoming and supportive school community.
• Opportunities for professional development within Cumbria Education Trust.
• A role where your contribution truly matters.

If you’re enthusiastic, caring, and ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you!

Cumbria Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Enhanced DBS disclosure and Barred List checks are required for this post. You should not apply if you are on the Children’s Barred List. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, online searches are carried out on successful candidates.