Teaching Assistant Level 1 - Macaulay Primary Academy

Delta Academies Trust; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational trust in Grimsby is seeking a part-time Teaching Assistant Level 1 to support students' learning and assist teachers. This temporary position starts in January 2026, focusing on classroom support and student management. The ideal candidate will help ensure all pupils can access their education effectively. Benefits include pension schemes and well-being programs, making this an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about education.

Benefits

Membership to Pension Scheme

Access to discounts platform

24/7 online GP access

Gym & fitness discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Ability to support children in a classroom environment.
• Experience of working with children or in a teaching setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in delivering lessons for pupils.
• Support students to access learning and manage classroom behavior.

Skills

Support pupils in learning

Classroom management

Job description

Macaulay Primary Academy are looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant Level 1 to join our academy in January 2026 on a part time, temporary basis.

Do you want to work for a Trust that is transforming educational outcomes for students in some of the most deprived areas in the North of England? If so, this could be the role for you.

Your new role

As a Teaching Assistant Level 1, you will work under the direct instruction of teaching/senior staff, usually in a classroom with the teacher. You will support pupils to ensure they can access learning and provide general support to the teacher in the management of pupils and the classroom.

Hours: 20 hours per week / Term Time only plus 5 Days (39 Weeks) / Temporary

Please see the job description on our website for the essential criteria and more information.

If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience required for this position, then we would very much like to hear from you.

Your new school

Macaulay Primary Academy serves the West Marsh area of Grimsby. It is a larger than average primary academy, with 430 pupils currently on roll, ranging from Nursery to Year 6. Macaulay Primary School is a great place to learn and work, for both children and staff alike.

Our team at Macaulay is one of a large family, where everyone is supported and where we all share the same vision for success. Whilst we firmly believe that every child matters, we also strongly believe that every adult matters too. Our mind set at Macaulay is one of growth and development of every individual. Staff are coached and developed to feel empowered and make a difference to every child they teach. We strongly believe in high challenge and high support to get us to a greater standard.

Why join us?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an outstanding team within a high performing multi academy trust with exciting career prospects for successful applicants.

Benefits

Financial Wellbeing:

• Membership to either the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Technology scheme and Vehicle Leasing Scheme*
• Access to an extensive discounts platform

Physical Wellbeing:

• 24/7 access to an online GP or Advanced Nurse Practitioner for you & your household
• Gym & fitness discounts
• Cycle to Work scheme*
• Free annual flu jab

Mental Wellbeing:

• Access to an industry leading Employee Assistance Programme
• Menopause Support Service
• Trained Mental Health First Aiders in all our settings

*Subject to ensuring NMW is maintained

For more information and to apply for this position please visit our website at https://www.deltatrust.org.uk/careers-with-delta/

Interview Date: Week Commencing / 19 January 2026

In accordance with DfE Keeping Children Safe in Education, an online search will be completed on all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any relevant information will be discussed further with the applicant during the recruitment process.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding the welfare of its students and the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service certificate and checks of the relevant barred list / prohibition lists.

Delta Academies Trust undertake to treat all applicants for posts fairly and not to discriminate unfairly against volunteers or paid staff who voluntarily reveal that they have a criminal conviction. Equally, we will not discriminate unfairly against volunteers or paid staff where a Disclosure and Barring Service check reveals a criminal conviction or other information about offences.

Therefore, we will consider job applicants who have a criminal record based on their skills, abilities, experience, knowledge and, where needed, qualifications and training. However, our approach depends on the job, and whether it is covered by, or exempt from, the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post. However, it is important to note that if we receive a high volume of applications, we may limit the numbers of interviews offered to people with and without a disability.

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