Teaching Assistant

SHROPSHIRE COUNCIL; Whittington; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Pathway Primary Federation, teaching at Whittington CE (VA) Primary School, is seeking a Teaching Assistant Level 2 to join our supportive team. The role is 30 hours per week, term-time plus 5 PD days, working Monday to Friday, with fixed term until 31 August 2027 and start date in November 2026.

We are committed to safeguarding and expect all staff to share this commitment; the post is subject to enhanced DBS clearance and safeguarding checks.

Qualifications

• TA Level 2 (NJC Grade 5 SCP 7) is required.
• Term-time plus 5 PD days; 30 hours/week.
• Fixed term to 31 August 2027; start November 2026.
• Committed, enthusiastic candidates encouraged to apply.

Skills

NJC Grade 5 (SCP 7)

Job description

Job Details

Teaching Assistant Level 2

• NJC Grade 5 (SCP 7)
• 30 hours per week
• Monday to Friday (6.0/6.0/6.0/6.0/6.0)
• 44.65 working weeks (term time only plus 5 PD days)
• Fixed term until 31 August 2027
• Required November 2026

The Governors of Pathway Primary Federation wish to appoint a committed, enthusiastic and highly motivated Teaching Assistant who embodies our values. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of our teaching team at Whittington CE (VA) Primary School.

Pathway Primary Schools enable all to flourish. Guided by our Christian faith, we nurture and challenge every child and adult to grow in wisdom, character and hope. Our schools are places where children are known, valued and supported. Learning is joyful, purposeful and ambitious, and the whole child is nurtured.

Pathway Primary Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to enhanced DBS clearance and other safeguarding checks.

Closing date: Wednesday 21 October 2026 @ midday

Interviews: To Be Confirmed

The Governors of Pathway Primary Federation wish to appoint a committed, enthusiastic and highly motivated Teaching Assistant who embodies our values. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of our teaching team at Whittington CE (VA) Primary School.