Teaching Assistant

What skills and experience we're looking for

TEACHING ASSISTANT

Grade 4 (£25,583 - £25,989 – 39 weeks pro rata)

1 year in the first instance

To start September 2026 – 30 hours per week (8.30am – 3.15pm)

The Governors and Headteacher of Buglawton Primary School are looking to recruit an experienced Teaching Assistant to work in a key stage 2 class.

Starting in September, the successful candidate must have experience of supporting children’s learning as well as their social and emotional needs. You should be warm, encouraging, patient and be dedicated to achieving the best possible outcomes for all children. The successful candidate will work primarily in key stage 2. Experience of supporting children with special educational needs (including those with a diagnosis of ASD and ADHD) is desirable as this will form part of the role.

What the school offers its staff

In return, we can offer a very supportive staff team who are committed and motivated to ensure that all our children strive to our motto to “be the best we can”.

Further details about the role

Please complete the application form and include a personal statement indicating why you would be a suitable candidate for this role.

Applications are to be returned by Wednesday 22nd July 2026, noon.

Interviews are expected to be held on Friday 24th July 2026.

Commitment to safeguarding

Buglawton Primary is committed to Safeguarding children and young people. This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online check and, in line with safer recruitment practice, pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. Please refer to our Child Protection & Safeguarding Policy which can be found on our school website at: www.buglawtonprimaryschool.org