Teaching Assistant Level 1

Castleton Primary; Castleton; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Castleton Primary School is seeking a part-time teaching assistant to support children in the Early Years Foundation Stage Unit within our Nursery.

You will work flexibly in school, in class, small groups and 1-1, with a focus on fulfilling needs including SEND; safeguarding is emphasised and a Right to Work in the UK check will apply.

Qualifications

• Assisting children in class, in small groups and 1-1 sessions.
• Knowledge of SEND and behaviour management beneficial.
• Willingness to work flexibly in school and term-time.

Responsibilities

• Assist children in class and small groups.
• Provide 1-1 support to children where needed.
• Support children with special or additional needs.
• Follow safeguarding policies and promote welfare of children.

Skills

Support for children

Flexible working

Job description

Grade: Grade 2 (SCP 3 4)

Contract Type: Temporary

Hours: 30 Hours Per Week

Working Pattern: Term Time Part Time

Actual Salary: £17,216 - £17,486

Interview Date: Thursday 5th November 2026

Castleton Primary School is a vibrant and inclusive school. We have highly inclusive practices which underpin our curriculum offer. We seek to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated colleague to join our fantastic team of teachers and support staff to further the learning of our children within the Early Years Foundation Stage Unit within our Nursery.

We are looking for outstanding practitioners who would be able to work flexibly in school. Having a good knowledge of SEND and good behaviour management would be beneficial.

This will involve assisting children in class, in small groups, in 1-1 situations and supporting children who may have special or additional needs. We offer high levels of support, team work, co-operation and the supportive ethos embedded in our vision statement and the UNCRC International Rights of the Child.

We have high expectations of staff as the children deserve no less but we also have high levels of support and opportunities for development.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring and background check.

The ability to converse at ease with customers and service users and provide advice in accurate spoken English is an essential requirement of this post.

Applicants are advised that by applying for this position they are declaring that they are not subject to any immigration controls or restrictions that prohibit them undertaking work in the UK, and that they are able to provide proof of their Right to Work in the UK if they are invited to attend an interview.

The school will carry out an online search as part of their due-diligence for all shortlisted candidates in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026.

This is a temporary contract until the end of the Summer Term 2027, pending a review of the school staffing structure.

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