Teaching Assistant

Post

Teaching Assistant

Start Date

September 1st 2026

Salary

PS3

Contract

Part/Full Time and Permanent (hours to be discussed)

Closing Date

Noon 17th June 2026

Interviews

Week Beginning

23rd June 2026

We are looking to appoint an experienced teaching assistant to work across KS2 from September 2026. Working hours are negotiable and can be discussed at interview but ideally would include at least 2 full days.We are seeking an inspirational staff member who has:

• Ideally an NVQ level 2 or 3 in an aspect of childcare.
• Excellent literacy and numeracy skills – equivalent GCSE grade C or above in English and Maths.
• Experience of working with primary aged children within a learning environment
• An ability to work well as part of a team and to co-operate with other staff.

The successful candidate will

• Have experience of delivering interventions to small groups or individuals, targeting both academic and social-emotional progress.
• Supporting the needs of the children alongside the class teacher.
• Have a strong understanding of children’s emotional well-being.
• Supervise pupils during lunchtimes, ensuring a safe and supportive environment.

We offer

• A supportive school community.
• A strong, collaborative team ethos.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A chance to contribute to meaningful learning experiences across all primary phases.

If you are proactive, flexible, and committed to helping every child thrive, we would love to hear from you.

We reserve the right to interview prior to the closing date so we would recommend that you submit your application as early as possible.

CV’s are not acceptable.

Hawkedale School complies with ‘Safeguarding’ guidance and a full Disclosure and Barring Check will be carried out. Hawkedale School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under- represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.