Job description
In this role, you will play a vital part in helping children fully engage with the curriculum and thrive in their learning journey. We are seeking a motivational, resourceful, and compassionate Teaching Assistant who can inspire and support our students throughout their daily school life. If you are committed to making a positive impact in the classroom and fostering a love for learning, we would love to hear from you!
No day is ever the same in this role and we are looking for adaptable and flexible individuals who thrive in an environment with changing priorities.
The job role will include:
- Working in a team with the class teacher to deliver excellent support with teaching and learning;
- Working with children on a 1:1 or group basis;
- Accompanying groups on trips;
- Supporting assessment and evidencing learning;
- Working with teachers to create stimulating classroom displays and learning resources;
- Maintaining a safe and positive environment for all children;
- Creating opportunities for all children to reach their potential, irrespective of ability.
What you will need to succeed:
- A relevant level 3 supporting teaching and learning in schools qualification (or equivalent);
- Previous childcare experience;
- A proven ability to work in a team and in using your own initiative;
- A high level of communication skills and the ability to relate positively to children and adults;
- The ability to use relevant technology/equipment;
- A commitment to the happiness, well-being, self-esteem and progress of everyone at the school.
Candidates should refer to the job description/person specification and explain within their expression of interest how they meet the criteria, whilst also describing what they will bring to the post from their own knowledge and experience.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should a suitable candidate be found; therefore, early application is encouraged.
Applications are handled on Teaching Vacancies (GOV.UK).
About this school
Northumberland Heath Primary School
Academy converter · Primary · Ages 3–11
- Pupils
- 473
- Avg teacher salary
- £50,095
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 21.4:1
- Academy trust
- THE WOODLAND ACADEMY TRUST
Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25
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Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.
Location
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Erith, Bexley, DA8 1JE
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- Salary
- £21,613.00 - £21,927.00 Annually (Actual)
- Contract
- Permanent
- Working pattern
- Part time
- Posted
- 28 July 2026
- Closing date
- 16 September 2026
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