Teaching Assistant

Tinsley Meadows Primary School; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 20,868 - 22,603; Full time

Job summary

Tinsley Meadows Primary School is seeking a Level 3 Teaching Assistant (Permanent) to join our supportive team.

The role is 34 hours per week over 39 weeks per year, with a TA3 Grade 3 scale (£26,402–£28,598 pro rata £20,868–£22,603). Closing date 31 August 2026; visits encouraged and applications via the Five Rivers MAT form.

Qualifications

• Interest in and strong commitment to supporting children’s learning, development and well-being.
• Caring and compassionate approach toward children and colleagues.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Commitment to ongoing personal and professional development.
• Value diversity, equity and inclusion with high expectations for every child.
• Innovative and creative mindset.
• Effective team player contributing to the whole school community.

Responsibilities

• Support a high quality, safe learning experience underpinned by high expectations for our children.
• Be an active member of a supportive Trust and school community.
• Contribute to school-wide CPD and collaborative practice.

Skills

Caring and compassionate

Excellent organiser

Excellent communicator

Commitment to development

Diversity & inclusion

Innovative & creative

Team player

Job description

JOB TITLE: Level 3 Teaching Assistant – Permanent

BASE: Tinsley Meadows Primary School

EMPLOYER: Five Rivers Multi Academy Trust

HOURS: 34 hours per week - (39 weeks per year)

GRADE / SALARY: TA3 Grade 3 Pt 7-12 £26,402 - £28,598 (Pro Rata - £20,868 - £22,603).

CLOSING DATE: Monday 31st August 2026

SHORTLISTING: Monday 31st August 2026

INTERVIEW DATE: W/C Monday 7th September 2026

Tinsley Meadows Primary Academy are seeking to appoint a highly motivated Level 3 Teaching Assistant who can support a high quality, safe learning experience underpinned by high expectations for our children.

1. Have an interest in and a strong commitment to supporting children’s learning, development and well‑being
2. Be caring and compassionate, treating children and colleagues with respect as individuals
3. Be an excellent organiser and communicator with a proactive and friendly attitude
4. Have a commitment to on‑going personal and professional development
5. Value diversity, equity and inclusion and have high expectations for every child
6. Be innovative and creative
7. Be an effective team player and contribute to the whole school community

If you believe you have the skills, knowledge and passion needed and would like to work in a busy, friendly environment where staff are valued, we would be delighted to hear from you.

1. A dedicated, forward thinking and supportive Trust, Senior Leadership Team and Governing Body who are committed to providing opportunities for quality CPD and career progression
2. A passionate, engaging and diverse community
3. Excellent terms and conditions and progressive employment policies to (e.g. Family Friendly Policy, Menopause Policy, Workforce Charter)
4. Competitive rates of pay which are in line with nationally negotiated pay rates
5. A culture of ethical leadership where our team members are central to our success
6. Opportunities for collaboration and sharing of practice with colleagues across the trust
7. Excellent working conditions in state of the art premises with secure parking and facilities

Visits to school are strongly recommended. Please contact Tania Macpherson (Principal) 0114 244 1842 to arrange a tour of the school and an informal conversation about the role.

PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ONLY ACCEPT APPLICATIONS ON A FIVE RIVERS MULTI ACADEMY TRUST APPLICATION FORM. APPLICATIONS ON OTHER FORMS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

Our trust is committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. We welcome and support applications from individuals with protected characteristics. We value each other's identity and we are committed to promoting opportunities for all by ensuring equity across the MAT. Together, we learn and grow by embracing multiple perspectives, experiences and cultures. Our differences are our strengths.

Accommodations will be provided upon request to support applicants with disabilities throughout our recruitment process. Flexible working will be considered if suitable to the role.

In line with the Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, candidates are advised that online searches will be conducted for all those shortlisted. Searches will not be conducted for those that are not shortlisted. The purpose of the online search is to further assess candidates’ suitability for the role. Shortlisted candidates will have an opportunity to address any issues identified from the search at interview.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.