KS1 Teaching Assistant

KS1 Teaching Assistant

Part Time - 24 hours per week

8.30am – 3.30pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday

Term time plus one week (39 Weeks)

Scale D - £14,665

Permanent

Start date as soon as possible

Clarion Inclusive Trust is seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to work at Manor Field Infant and Nursery School to provide in-class support to pupils. You will undertake care, learning programmes and activities to support pupils, including more specialised support for special educational needs, enable access to learning and assist the teacher in the management of pupils in the classroom. 

We are looking for someone who understands and enjoys working with young people, is well organised, flexible, adaptable and enjoys variety in your work. You will be an excellent communicator with the ability to motivate students and gain their respect. You will need a high level of personal emotional regulation; however, the post does offer therapeutic supervision.

At Manor Field Infant and Nursery School we are committed to a child centred approach and have high aspirations for every child in our care. We believe in the potential of our pupils and strive to ensure that every child can succeed. We provide a safe, stimulating environment that is inclusive for all, where learning is enjoyable yet meaningful.

Your opportunity

By joining Manor Field Infant and Nursery School, you will become part of a staff dedicated to and passionate about securing the best possible outcomes for our pupils. We can offer you:

·        The chance to work as part of a forward-thinking dynamic team

·        A creative and innovative environment

·        Excellent opportunities for career and professional development

·        A welcoming and supportive staffing body

·        Enrolment to the Local Government Pension Scheme – if eligible

We offer good opportunities for further professional development, supportive senior leadership team and governors.

We would be delighted to hear from you and warmly welcome visits to the school. Please contact the school office to arrange an appointment 01508 530356.

For further information and to apply, please visit our website www.clarioninclusivetrust.org.uk

Closing date: 9.00am on Friday 25 September 2026

Interviews will be held: Wednesday 30 September 2026

Clarion Inclusive Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding screening appropriate to the post, including checks with Disclosure & Barring Service and at least 2 references which cover the last 3 years; for all our services we will request references from where you have worked with either Children or Vulnerable Adults. Please be advised that references may be requested prior to interview for roles within our Schools.

This post is likely to come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations and the successful applicant will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and you will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced DBS check with barred list. If you have information to declare it may be protected under the Exceptions Orders and you may not be required to declare it. You will be asked to make a criminal conviction declaration if you are shortlisted for the post.