Teaching Assistant (3234 )

Westmorland & Furness Council; Kendal; Hybrid; GBP 10,000 - 16,000; Part time

Job summary

St Patrick’s CE Primary seeks a part-time Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEN in the early years setting. This temporary contract runs until August 31, 2026, with potential extension depending on funding.

The role covers 38 weeks per academic year, 15 hours per week across Monday to Wednesday, with pro rata pay (£25,989 full-time equivalent) and Local Authority Pension Benefit. DBS checks apply.

Qualifications

• We are looking for a teaching assistant who can support pupils with SEN within the early years setting.
• We highly value our staff and provide training and mentoring opportunities as required.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEN in the early years setting.
• Assist with classroom tasks and safeguarding processes as required.

Job description

• Job type:Teaching Assistant / Senior Teaching Assistant / Higher Level Teaching Assistant
• Contract:Temporary
• Work pattern:Part-time
• Salary:Please see below
• Date posted: Friday 9 January 2026
• Closing date for applications: Friday 30 January 2026
• Employer:VA

Part-Time Teaching Assistant

Start Date: 23rd February 2026

Temporary Contract until August 31st 2026 .This position may be extended for the academic year 2026-2027 depending on funding.

38 weeks per academic year (Term Time plus INSET)

15 hours per week worked over 3 days Monday - Wednesday

PCD 5 £25,989 (full time) pro rata plus Local Authority Pension Benefit.

Closing date for applications: 12pm on Friday 30th January
Shortlisting: Monday 2nd February
Interviews: Friday 5th February

St Patrick’s CE Primary is a thriving and happy school made possible by our committed, talented staff team.

We are looking for a teaching assistant who can support pupils with SEN within the early years setting.

We highly value our staff team and support their professional development through training and mentoring opportunities as required and provide a positive, friendly ethos.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our young people, and, therefore, appointments will be subject of satisfactory references and enhanced DBS check.