Teaching Assistant Level 1

Ermine Primary Academy; Wollaton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 12,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Professional development opportunities

Supportive and welcoming ethos

Job summary

Ermine Primary Academy in Lincoln is seeking a Level 1 Teaching Assistant to support pupils with lessons and daily activities. You will work with assigned children, help them understand the work, and assist with transitions between classrooms. Some pupils may require personal care, which will be advised at application.

The role is maternity cover until 31 July 2027, with a start date ASAP. The school offers a warm, supportive ethos and strong professional development within Harbour Learning

Qualifications

• Experience in providing exceptional support to children and staff.
• Challenging yet rewarding career in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for supporting and caring for pupils' needs.

Responsibilities

• Help children with lesson activities and assist with transitions between classrooms.
• Spend time with assigned children, supporting their growth and development.
• Provide feedback on progress to class teachers and support targeted areas of need.

Job description

Teaching Assistant Level 1 - Ermine Primary Academy

Harbour Learning Trust is on a rapid journey of improvement. Of the seven Ofsted inspections that have taken place in Harbour schools over the last 18 months, six of those seven schools have improved their Ofsted 'score' by at least one grade. As a values-led organisation, we are proud to have been shortlisted for the TES National Awards 2026 in the category of 'Inclusive Trust of the Year'.

At Ermine Primary Academy we are looking for a Level 1 Teaching Assistant,

What does a Level 1 Teaching Assistant do?

In a nutshell:

This is a hugely varied role, one minute you will be helping the children to whom you give dedicated support assistance to understand their lesson, the next you might be helping them travel between classrooms. Some children may need personal care, if the role requires that, we will let you know when you apply.

You will spend your day with your appointed children, get to know them and help and watch them grow and develop. It’s an amazing job and one that’s critical to helping that child. You’ll feedback how the children develop and progress and work with class teachers on areas of need.

Our children are amazing and we intend to help them to continue to be amazing, regardless of what life throws at them. This is a key role in enabling that to happen.

The role:

• Location: Ermine Primary Academy, Lincoln
• Contract: Maternity cover (until 31/07/2027)
• Salary Scale: Scale 1a point 3 £25,614 (FTE)
• Actual Salary: £11,200
• Reports to: Principal
• Closing Date: Midday Wednesday 25th November 2026
• Interviews will be held: Monday 30th November (proposed date)
• Start Date: ASAP

- Are you experienced in providing exceptional support to children and staff?

- Are you looking for a challenging yet rewarding career in a fast-paced environment?

- Do you have a passion for supporting and caring for pupils needs?

If you answered yes to these questions, we would love to hear from you!

What can we offer you in addition to the salary and holidays above?

• Be part of a dedicated team committed to achieving high standards, academically and pastorally
• A supportive, warm and welcoming ethos.
• A vibrant learning environment - for our children, community and staff.
• An experienced and supportive leadership team, who are committed to the wellbeing of all staff
• A wealth of professional support and development

At Ermine Primary Academy, we invest extensively in outstanding training and development opportunities. We value our staff and the benefits we offer include:

• Local Government Pension Scheme;
• Employee Assistance Programme;
• Cycle to Work Scheme;
• A dedicated team committed to achieving high standards;
• A supportive, warm and welcoming ethos;
• A vibrant learning environment - for you and our children;
• An experienced and supportive leadership team, who are committed to the well-being of all staff;

About our Trust

We are proud to have the highest performing primary and secondary schools in our area and we are honored to have been shortlisted for the TES Inclusive Trust of the Year Award. Most importantly, we are proud that we are improving the life chances for our children and giving them the tools and the values to lead happy and successful lives.

Our Vision is to empower and inspire children, adults and communities to be ambitious, healthy and kind, dedicated to making our world a better place. The work we do is underpinned by our DANCE values and our magnificent seven behaviours;

Our Fantastic Five Values

D - Harbour children deserve joyful (delight) schools that ignite creativity and learning through play. We invest in colleagues to ensure success and promote lifelong well-being for everyone.

A - We recruit the best colleagues and nurture talent in safe environments, inspiring our children to strive for excellence (ambition). By learning from the best, we improve and give back to our communities.

N - Harbour schools are rooted in care, valuing respect and empathy (nurture). We create supportive environments where children and colleagues thrive, preparing them for the future.

C - We promote pride, inclusion, and civic responsibility, celebrating diversity and community. Colleagues will experience belonging through collaboration, well-being, and continuous development.

E - Success comes when colleagues are empowered to innovate, take risks, and learn from failure. At Harbour, we encourage creativity and collaboration, helping both children and colleagues achieve their goals.

Our Magnificent Seven Behaviors

• We will act with integrity, honesty and transparency in all that we do
• We will trust our fellow professionals and value their skills and knowledge
• We will work collaboratively and encourage others to do the same
• We will work inclusively, building and celebrating inclusive and diverse communities
• We will be kind to ourselves and in all our dealings with others, acting with
• compassion and empathy
• We will communicate regularly and with clarity with our stakeholders and with each other, welcoming and reflecting on constructive feedback from others
• We will be aspirational for all, wanting the best for ourselves and for everyone

Come and join our happy, values led trust that truly believes in “success and happiness for all”

Harbour Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All posts are subject to satisfactory background checks and enhanced DBS.

School office;

01522 781030

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