Teaching Assistant (Mixed Y1 & Y2 Class)

Position: Teaching Assistant
Start date: June 2nd 2025 (or earlier)
Salary: Level 2
Hours per day: 08:30 – 15:15 (plus additional 30 minutes as a midday supervisor)
Contract: Fixed term or Permanent considered

Would you enjoy working in a small, ambitious and creative school? If so, then Great Abington is a welcoming school that you should consider. In addition to delivering a strong curriculum we have developed an exciting outdoor learning area which provides many opportunities for cross curricular links and for developing life skills. We work closely with our local community to provide children with a wide range of extra-curricular opportunities. We have an outdoor swimming pool. growing area, sports areas and access to great resources in our local community. The opportunities for pupils was recognised in our recent Ofsted (2024) where the personal development for pupils was recognised as Outstanding.

The Governors and School Leaders at Great Abington Primary School are looking to appoint a teaching assistant to work within a KS1 (Year 1 and 2) classroom supporting all pupils and working with specific pupils on SEND targets.

Are you a Great Abington Primary member of staff?
You know that all children can achieve and have the highest ambitions for their capabilities
You can inspire and make things happen by thinking outside creatively
You use initiative and are a team player
You enjoy working with others and bring out the best in people
You rise to a challenge and respond enthusiastically

What are the rewards:
Responsive, curious children
A supportive and dedicated staff team
A warm and welcoming working environment with a positive and caring ethos
Provision for continuing professional development
A successful, forward thinking school

Applications will be shortlisted using the job description and person specification documentation.

All applications should be submitted using the School’s application form.

Please contact the school office (Emma Presland) for an application pack or use the school website where all the relevant files can be downloaded.
E-mail: office@greatabington.school | Phone: 01223 891362

Do look at our Twitter feed which gives a flavour of life at Great Abington Primary. Our website provides further information including our safeguarding section.
Twitter: https://twitter.com/GA_Primary
Website: www.greatabington.school

Note: A visit is highly recommended and can be arranged via the school office. If you have any questions about the role then please call the school and speak with Guy Underwood (Headteacher).

The closing date for applications is 12pm on 28th April 2025 and the provisional interview date is 1st May 2025.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and employment references. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, age or sexual orientation.